What is Canes Venatici?
What is Canes Venatici?

What is Canes Venatici?

Canes Venatici is a small northern constellation that represents two hunting dogs, often depicted following the constellation Ursa Major (the Great Bear). It is home to several notable deep-sky objects, including the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51) and the Sunflower Galaxy (M63), making it a popular target for amateur astronomers.

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