HCG 87

HCG 87 galaxy group

HCG 87, is located in the constellation Capricornus, and is best seen in autumn.

HCG 87 is magnitude , and is in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

1. Name:
2. HCG 87

1. Type:
2. galaxy group

1. Constellation:
2. Capricornus

* One can see up to magnitude 7-8 objects with perfect eyes under ideal dark sky conditions.

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