The star cluster Messier 67 in the constellation of Cancer
This chart shows the location of the star cluster Messier 67 in the constellation of Cancer (The Crab). This map shows most of the stars that are visible to the unaided eye under good conditions, and the location of the cluster is highlighted with a red circle on the image. This object can be spotted with binoculars and many of its component stars seen with a moderate-sized telescope.
Credit:ESO, IAU and Sky & Telescope
About the Image
Id: | eso1402b |
Type: | Artwork |
Release date: | 15 January 2014, 12:00 |
Related releases: | eso1621, eso1402 |
Size: | 3338 x 3391 px |
About the Object
Name: | Constellation Chart, Messier 67 |
Type: | Milky Way : Star : Grouping : Cluster : Open Unspecified : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation |
Category: | Illustrations Star Clusters |