NASA Shares Stunning Image of “Evil Eye” Galaxy Captured by Hubble Space Telescope

NASA has captivated space enthusiasts by sharing a breathtaking image of the “Evil Eye” galaxy on its Instagram page. The image, captured by the NASA Hubble Space Telescope in 2008, showcases the constellation Coma Berenices, located 17 million light-years away from Earth. The galaxy, known as Messier 64 (M64), earned its monikers “Black Eye” or “Evil Eye” due to a striking dark band of absorbing dust in front of its bright nucleus.
M64 has become a familiar sight among amateur astronomers, often observed through small telescopes. French astronomer Messier first cataloged the galaxy in the 18th century, contributing to its recognition and popularity among stargazers.
The image shared by NASA on Instagram has garnered over 200,000 likes and numerous comments from space enthusiasts. Users expressed awe at the vastness of the universe and the beauty of the captured galaxy. The post highlights the cosmic wonders unveiled by the Hubble Space Telescope, allowing people on Earth to marvel at the intricate details of celestial bodies millions of light-years away.
This recent visual treat follows NASA’s earlier release of never-before-seen details of the Milky Way, captured by the James Webb Space Telescope. The detailed photograph of the Milky Way’s heart reveals new features and mysteries that promise to contribute to astronomers’ understanding of the early universe.
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