NGC1160/1161 – a colorful galaxy pair in Perseus

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NGC1160/1161 - a colorful galaxy pair in Perseus
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About the Object

NGC 1160 and NGC 1161 form a contrasting pair of galaxies with different morphology and quite contrasty colors set against a sparse stellar background. The color contrast is amplified by a few bright Galactic stars.

Observation Notes

Data were taken on 2025 December 18, 24 and 25.

Technical Details

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