The galaxy M83, a “mini-Milky Way,” arcs low across the south on spring evenings. It is in Hydra, the water-snake, and climbs into view a couple of hours after sunset. Binoculars reveal a small, hazy circle of light. Telescopes show more detail.
The galaxy M83, a “mini-Milky Way,” arcs low across the south on spring evenings. It is in Hydra, the water-snake, and climbs into view a couple of hours after sunset. Binoculars reveal a small, hazy circle of light. Telescopes show more detail.