M-77 is one of the closest Seyfert galaxies (galaxies whose nuclei emit intense infrared radiation) and is found in the constellation Cetus. I observed it to have a starlike core and bright arms on each side. M-77 reminds me of a colossal flying saucer in the distance.
| NGC: | 1068 |
| OTHER NAMES: | M-77 |
| CLASS: | spiral galaxy; Sb Seyfert |
| SIZE: | 2' x 2' |
| MAGNITUDE: | +8.9 |
| DISTANCE: | 52,000,000 light years |
| POSITION: | 02h 41m -00d 09' |
| CONSTELLATION: | Cetus |
| DATE OF SKETCH: | 10/04/756 |
| MAGNIFICATION USED: | 70x, 140x |
