M51 and M52

Whirlpool Galaxy are two interacting galaxies. M51 is the bigger galaxy, interacting with the much smaller neighbour, M52. It can be found in the constellation Canes Venatici (the Hunting Dogs).

Exposure time: 338 minutes

Camera: ASI ZWO585

Size: 14.7x11.7 arcmin²

Date: January 18th 2024