M 86

M 86
M 86

M 86 is a lenticular galaxy 51 million light years away in Virgo and is a member of the Virgo Cluster of galaxies.
The supersonic motion of M86 produces pressure that is stripping gas from the galaxy forming its impressive tail.
Imaged in LRGB at Dark Sky New Mexico OTA CDK 17
Image Processing: Mark Hanson and Mike Selby

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