Observing podcast: Open cluster M48, Hagrid's Dragon, and elliptical galaxy NGC 2832
February 19-26, 2010: Open cluster M48 makes a great target for all observers, while Hagrid's Dragon and elliptical galaxy NGC 2832 provide nice targets for telescope owners.
Published:
February 18, 2010
 Hydra the Water Snake meanders across the sky. Here are the stars of its head and western half.
Photo by Astronomy: Roen Kelly
In each episode, Michael highlights:
- One object you can see without any optical aid
- One object you can see with a small (4-inch) telescope
- One object you can see with at least an 8-inch telescope
Targets for February 19-26, 2010
Naked eye: Open cluster M48
Small telescope: Hagrid's Dragon
8-inch or larger telescope: Elliptical galaxy NGC 2832
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