Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Canes Venatici (CVn)  ·  Contains:  NGC 4656  ·  NGC 4657
NGC 4656, Emmanuel
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NGC 4656

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NGC 4656

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The galaxy NGC 4656, also known as the "Hockey Stick Galaxy," is an impressive stellar formation located approximately 30 million light-years from Earth, in the constellation Canes Venatici. Its name comes from its characteristic shape, which resembles a hockey stick, a result of gravitational interaction with the neighboring galaxy NGC 4631.

This galaxy has undergone significant distortions and features an extensive star-forming region, giving it an impressive and complex structure. Studying NGC 4656 provides valuable insights into galaxy interactions and their effects on astronomical evolution.

The photograph we present here captures the beauty and complexity of NGC 4656, revealing its unique characteristics and inviting us to further explore the mysteries of the universe.

Manos Malakopoulos 
Equipment:
Telescope: Lacerta 1000/250
Mount: Mesu MKII
Camera: ZWO Astrophotography 2600mc
Pegasus Astro UPB2 & Autofocus Motor
Capture: RGB 120x120 Sec.
Place: Chalkidiki

Themis Karteris 
Equipment:
Telescope: Lacerta 800/200 With  Pegasus Astro Prodigy Focuser
Mount Pegasus Astro NYX-101
Camera: QHYCCD QHY268 Pro M
Pegasus Astro UPB2 
Pegasus Falcon Rotator
Capture: Lum 120x120 Sec.
Place: Chalkidiki

Stamatis Paraschakis 

Equipment:
Telescope: Lacerta 800/200 With Pegasus Astro Prodigy Focuser
Mount: Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro
Camera: QHYCCD QHY268 Pro M
Pegasus Astro UPB2
Capture: Ha 100x300 Sec.
Place Athens

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NGC 4656, Emmanuel