M31 Andromeda galaxy shares close quarters with another galaxy, M110. Also known as NGC 206, M110 is a dwarf elliptical galaxy. From Wikipedia: It is designated peculiar (pec) due to patches of dust and young blue stars near its center. This is unusual for dwarf elliptical galaxies in general, and the reason is unclear. Unlike M32, M110 lacks evidence for a
supermassive black hole at its center. Using my Celestron 9.25" with a 0.7 reducer, the 1650 MM FL only allows an up-close family portrait showing their relatively close relationship. I find it interesting that there are some dark nebula or dust that is near the center of M110 in an otherwise featureless mass of unresolved stars. There are hints of arms from M110 eminating from the central eliptical shape - in this photo, they swirl outwards from the top to the RH side, and from the bottom, to the LH side. I've seen this feature in other photos I've taken with my GT 81 as well. I don't think I recall anyone ever commenting on this aspect of M110 previously. I'd be curious if you have captured and noticed these faint arms.
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