The pair of #galaxies M81 and M82 are among my favorite objects to observe in a telescope. One (M81 - or Bodes #galaxy) is seen face-on while the other (M82 - or the cigar) is seen edge-on. They are visible in the Ursa Majoris constellation. This #APOD #picture is a wide-angle view of both galaxies with their neighbour galaxies.

#Astronomy #Space #Astrophotography

Galaxy Wars: M81 and M82
Image Credit & Copyright: Andreas Aufschnaiter

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