M38

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M38
Object #50
Object type

open cluster

Other Names

NGC 1912, Starfish Cluster, Melotte 36, Collinder 67

Data
Magnitude:6.4

Right ascension:05:28:40.00
Declination:35:50:54.00
Constellation:Auriga
Season:winter

Visibility

Binocular
Telescope

This cluster shows as a faint fuzzy patch in a pair of binoculars and resolves into a cluster of stars in a small telescope. Easy to find and well worth the look. Look for M36 and M37 nearby.

Locate M38

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Observations

Observer: Jason Nishiyama Location:Calgary Date of observation:19 January 2009 Observations made:NBT
Visibility: BT Binocular type:10x50 Telescope type:MAK127
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