Messier 62
Star cluster in Ophiuchus · 22,500 light-years
🔭 Explore Messier 62 in the 3D map →| Type | Star cluster |
|---|---|
| Constellation | Ophiuchus |
| Distance | 22,500 light-years |
| Apparent magnitude | 7.4 |
| Apparent size | 7.8′ (arc-minutes) |
| Also known as | M62 · NGC 6266 |
Messier 62 is a star cluster (also catalogued as NGC 6266) in Ophiuchus — a gravitationally bound family of stars sharing a common origin. It was recorded by Charles Messier in his famous catalogue of 110 deep-sky objects. It spans roughly 7.8 arc-minutes on the sky. At about magnitude 7.4, it is an easy target for binoculars and small telescopes.
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