Knitting Needle Galaxy

Knitting Needle Galaxy, also known as the Arp 206, is located in the constellation Leo Minor, and is best seen in spring.

Knitting Needle Galaxy is magnitude 11.3, and is in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

1. Name:
2. Knitting Needle Galaxy

1. Alt Name:
2. Arp 206

1. Magnitude (m):
2. 11.3

1. Constellation:
2. Leo Minor

1. NGC:
2. 3432

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

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