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M87 Virgo A

TYPEElliptical Galaxy
CONSTVirgo
MAG8.6
Star Hop
Imaging Reference
Virgo A
Object Data

The Virgo A is a elliptical galaxy in the constellation Virgo, located about 60,000,000 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 7.2' x 6.8' and a magnitude of 8.6, it is best observed during spring.

Under dark skies, this object is considered Moderate to observe with small amateur telescopes.

Type
Elliptical Galaxy
Constellation
Virgo
Distance
60000000 ly
Size
7.2' x 6.8'
Season
Spring
Difficulty
Moderate
Magnitude
8.6
Altitude Profile (24h)
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