The Omicron Velorum Cluster, spiral galaxy NGC 2784, and spiral galaxy NGC 2787
February 23–March 1, 2012: The Omicron Velorum Cluster offers small-telescope owners a nice view, while large-telescope owners can seek out sprial galaxy NGC 2784 in Hydra and spiral galaxy NGC 2787 in Ursa Major.
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February 23, 2012
 Sprial galaxy NGC 2784 lies between the borders of Hydra and Pyxis.
Photo by Astronomy: Roen Kelly Each week, Astronomy magazine Senior Editor Michael E. Bakich, a master at explaining how to observe, posts a podcast about three or more objects or events you can see in the sky.
Targets for February 23–March 1, 2012 Small telescope: The Omicron Velorum Cluster (IC 2391) Large telescope: Spiral galaxy NGC 2784 Large telescope: Spiral galaxy NGC 2787 |
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