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Leo III

Leo III irregular

Leo III, also known as the Leo A, is located in the constellation Leo, and is best seen in spring.

Leo III is magnitude 12.9, is 2.6 million light-years away, and is 5.1' x 3.1' in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

      1. Name:
      2. Leo III
      1. Alt Name:
      2. Leo A
      1. Type:
      2. irregular
      1. Magnitude (m):
      2. 12.9
      1. Distance (Mly):
      2. 2.6 Mly
      1. Size:
      2. 5.1' x 3.1''
      1. Constellation:
      2. Leo

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



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