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Amateur astrophotographer captures a stunning galaxy 24 million light-years from Earth (photo)

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Astronomer Ron Brecher has captured a stunning deep sky image of the galaxy M106.

M106 is located 23.5 million light years away in the constellation Canes Venatici .

Brecher imaged the galaxy for a little over 32 hours on nights spanning from March 27 to April 17, 2025 .

The image reveals the swirling arms of M106 focussed around an active, red-hued galactic core.

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