NGC2419 - The Intergalactic Wanderer
Credits: Keith Turnecliff, Long Itchington.
NGC2419 AKA The Intergalactic Wanderer is a beautiful globular cluster in the constellation Lynx
Facts about NGC2419 by Keith Turnecliff
This surprising globular cluster turns out to be made up of two separate populations of red giant stars, one of which is unusually helium-rich.
This star chart represents a view from Long Itchington for mid February at 10pm.
Best viewed at resolution 1920 x 1080.
Credits: Image courtesy of Starry Night Pro Plus 8, researched and implemented by Keith Turnecliff.