Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Ursa Major (UMa)  ·  Contains:  Bode's Galaxy  ·  M 81  ·  NGC 3031
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Bode's Galaxy

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Bode's Galaxy, also known as Messier 81 (M81), is a magnificent spiral galaxy located in the constellation Ursa Major, approximately 11.8 million light-years away from Earth. It is one of the brightest galaxies visible from the Northern Hemisphere and is characterized by its prominent spiral arms filled with young blue stars, as well as dark dust lanes. M81 is part of the M81 Group, a small galaxy group that includes several other galaxies. It was discovered by Johann Elert Bode in 1774 and is a popular target for amateur astronomers due to its brightness and proximity. Bode's Galaxy offers a captivating glimpse into the vastness and beauty of the universe, inspiring wonder and awe in all who observe it.

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