This week’s naked-eye object is the double star Pulcherrima in Boötes the Herdsman, also known as Epsilon (ε) Boötis. Although you can find this star easily without optical aid, you will require a ...
Among the planetary nebulae in the high northern heavens, M97, the Owl Nebula, is the most famous. Pierre Méchain discovered it on Feb. 16, 1781, about 2.5° southeast of Merak (Beta [β] Ursae Majoris) ...
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The sky today on Friday, March 13: Look into the eyes of the owl
Looking for a sky event this week? Check out our full Sky This Week column. March 12: Europa and its shadow cross Jupiter Look north this evening for Ursa Major the Great Bear, whose back half is best ...
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