The star cluster Messier 67 in the constellation of Cancer

This chart shows the location of the star cluster Messier 67 in the constellation of Cancer (The Crab). This map shows most of the stars that are visible to the unaided eye under good conditions, and the location of the cluster is highlighted with a red circle on the image. This object can be spotted with binoculars and many of its component stars seen with a moderate-sized telescope.

Credit:

ESO, IAU and Sky & Telescope

About the Image

Id:eso1402b
Type:Artwork
Release date:15 January 2014, 12:00
Related releases:eso1621, eso1402
Size:3338 x 3391 px

About the Object

Name:Constellation Chart, Messier 67
Type:Milky Way : Star : Grouping : Cluster : Open
Unspecified : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation
Category:Illustrations
Star Clusters

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