Satellite Galaxy Collection

Large Magellanic cloud
Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC), infrared image. The LMC is a dwarf galaxy, and a satellite of our own Milky Way galaxy. It contains regions of emission nebula (green, yellow and red)

The whirlpool galaxy (M51) and companion galaxy
The Whirlpool Galaxy (NGC 5194), and its companion galaxy (NGC 5195), in the constellation Canes Venatici

The Whirlpool Galaxy and its companion galaxy
The Whirlpool Galaxy (NGC 5194), and its companion galaxy (NGC 5195), in the constellation Canes Venatici

The Large Magellanic Cloud, a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way

Infrared portrait revealing the stars and dust of the Small Magellanic Cloud
The infrared portrait of the Small Magellanic Cloud reveals the stars and dust in this galaxy as never seen before. The Small Magellanic Cloud is a nearby satellite galaxy to our Milky Way galaxy

NGC 3628, an unbarred spiral galaxy in the constellation Leo
The Andromeda Galaxy, also known as Messier 31 or NGC 224, in the constellation Andromeda

A pair of interacting spiral galaxies with swirling arms. The smaller of the two, LEDA 62867 is positioned to the left, and will eventually be swallowed by the larger spiral galaxy NGC 6786

NGC 346, Open Cluster and Nebula Complex in the Small Magellanic Cloud. NGC 346 is the brightest star forming region in the Small Magellanic Cloud, a dwarf satellite galaxy of the Milky Way

The Whirlpool Galaxy and its companion galaxy NGC 5195
The Whirlpool Galaxy (NGC 5194), and its companion galaxy (NGC 5195), in the constellation Canes Venatici

NGC 602, starforming complex in the Small Magellanic Cloud

The Whirlpool Galaxy (NGC 5194), and its companion galaxy (NGC 5195), in the constellation Canes Venatici

Dwarf galaxy UGC 1281 in the Triangulum constellation

Spiral Galaxy NGC 3521 in the constellation Leo
Located in the constellation of Leo, extensive debris shells from the accretion of one or more long gone satellite galaxies encompass spiral galaxy NGC 3521 like a vast, cosmic bubble

Andromeda Galaxy with companions
M31, the Andromeda Galaxy, with companions, M32 below and M110 above

Messier 51, the Whirlpool Galaxy

NGC 4651, the Umbrella Galaxy. Not even the star streams of a long lost satellite galaxy dampen the clarity of this image featuring NGC 4651, the Umbrella Galaxy

Infrared image of the Andromeda Galaxy, also known as Messier 31 or NGC 224

The Small Magellanic Cloud
A satellite galaxy of the Milky Way, the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC) is a wonder of the southern sky, a mere 210, 000 light-years distant in the constellation Tucana

Milky way and surrounding dwarf galaxies. Image from space looking towards the Milky Way (centre left). Here the spiralling arms of the galaxy can be clearly seen

Optical image of the Small Magellanic Cloud
Small Magellanic Cloud. True-colour optical image of the Small Magellanic Cloud in the constellation Tucana. This is a small irregular satellite galaxy of our own Milky Way which lies around 195

Small Magellanic Cloud. Optical image of the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC), a satellite galaxy of our galaxy the Milky Way

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"Exploring the Cosmic Neighborhood: Satellite Galaxies Unveiled" Discovering the wonders of our vast universe, we delve into the realm of satellite galaxies. Among them, the Large Magellanic Cloud stands as a captivating spectacle, adorning our night sky with its ethereal beauty. Its swirling arms and celestial dust paint an awe-inspiring infrared portrait that reveals countless stars within. Moving further into space, we encounter the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51) and its loyal companion galaxy. These two cosmic partners engage in a mesmerizing dance, their spiral arms intertwining gracefully across the cosmos. Their interaction creates a breathtaking sight for stargazers and astronomers alike. As we continue our journey through constellations, NGC 3628 emerges—a magnificent unbarred spiral galaxy residing in Leo's embrace. With its striking form and captivating presence, it captures our imagination and fuels our curiosity about distant galaxies. Venturing deeper into space once more, we find ourselves immersed in NGC 346—an open cluster and nebula complex nestled within the Small Magellanic Cloud. This celestial gem showcases nature's artistry at its finest—a tapestry woven from stars and glowing gas clouds that leaves us spellbound. Returning to familiar territory but never ceasing to amaze us is The Whirlpool Galaxy alongside its steadfast companion NGC 5195. Together they create an extraordinary cosmic duo—each enhancing the other's allure while igniting wonderment among those who gaze upon them. Finally, we arrive at Messier 31—the Andromeda Galaxy—our closest galactic neighbor on this interstellar voyage. Its grandeur stretches across millions of light-years—a sprawling masterpiece that beckons us to explore further depths of space. Satellite galaxies like these offer glimpses into worlds beyond our own Milky Way galaxy—reminding us of both humanity's insignificance amidst such vastness yet also inspiring us to unravel mysteries hidden within the cosmos.