Spiral Arms Collection

A galactic light show in spiral galaxy NGC 4258, also known as M106, about 23 million light years away. This galaxy is famous, however

Spiral galaxy M81, composite image in visible (yellow), infrared (red), and ultraviolet (blue) light. The yellow centre indicates older stars, the blue areas in the spiral arms are hot, young stars

Cigar galaxy (M82), composite image
Cigar galaxy (M82). Combined optical, infrared and X-ray image of the Cigar galaxy (M82). This image was obtained by combining data from three of NASAs Great Observatories, found in Earth orbit

Spiral galaxy M81, composite image. M81 is around 12 million light years from Earth, in the constellation of Ursa Major. It has a supermassive black hole at its centre

Whirlpool Galaxy (M51, NGC 5194), visible light image. The Whirlpool galaxy is locked in a gravitational interaction with the smaller irregular galaxy NGC 5195 (left of M51)

The predicted collision between the Andromeda galaxy and the Milky Way
This illustration shows the predicted collision between the Andromeda galaxy and the Milky Way in about 3-5 billion years

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

Barred spiral galaxy Messier 83
The vibrant magentas and blues in this Hubble image of the barred spiral galaxy M83 reveal that the galaxy is ablaze with star formation

Milky Way-Andromeda galactic collision C014 / 4726
Milky Way-Andromeda galactic collision. Artwork showing the future collision between the Milky Way Galaxy (disrupted) and the Andromeda Galaxy (spiral, lower left)

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

Andromeda galaxys older stellar population in blue. A pronounced warp in the disk of the galaxy, the aftermath of a collision with another galaxy

Galaxy sizes compared to IC 1101, the largest known galaxy

A selection of galaxies smaller than the Milky Way shown to the same scale
Galaxy size comparison chart. A selection of galaxies smaller than the Milky Way shown to the same scale

Arp 273 interacting galaxies in Andromeda. The larger of the two galaxies, UGC 1810, shows a large spiral galaxy with a disk that is distorted into a rose-like shape by the gravitational tidal pull

Barred Spiral Galaxy NGC 1672 in Dorado
NGC 1672 is a prototypical barred spiral galaxy in the constellation Dorado, and differs from normal spiral galaxies in that the spiral arms do not twist all the way into the centre

Spiral galaxy M74
November 29, 2007 - Spiral galaxy M74. Bright knots of glowing gas light up the spiral arms, indicating a rich environment of star formation

A selection of galaxies shown to the same scale
Galaxy size comparison chart. A selection of galaxies shown to the same scale

Messier 81, or Bodes Galaxy, is a spiral galaxy located in the constellation Ursa Major
Messier 81, or Bodes Galaxy, is located about 12 million light years from our planet and is one of the most iconic spiral galaxies in the night sky

Messier 101, The Pinwheel Galaxy in Ursa Major

Messier 81 spiral galaxy in the constellation Ursa Major

Artist concept of a galaxy inside of a glowing hydrogen blob. The artists representation shows what one of the galaxies inside a blob might look like if viewed at a relatively close distance

Spiral galaxy NGC 1309
Stunning details of the face-on spiral galaxy, cataloged as NGC 1309, are captured in this color image

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

The Milky Way Galaxy (annotated)
Using infrared images from the Spitzer Space Telescope, scientists have discovered that the Milky Ways elegant spiral structure is dominated by just two arms wrapping off the ends of a central bar of

M106, spiral galaxy in Canes Venatici

Stephans Quintet, a grouping of galaxies in the constellation Pegasus

Messier 83, the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy

The Fireworks Galaxy
NGC 6946, also known as the Fireworks Galaxy, is an intermediate spiral galaxy about 10 million light-years away on the border between the constellations Cepheus and Cygnus

NGC 2403, a spiral galaxy in Camelopardalis

M61 Spiral Galaxy in Virgo taken with standard clear red green blue and hydrogen alpha filters

The Pinwheel Galaxy, also known as Messier 101 or NGC 5457, is a face-on spiral galaxy in the constellation Ursa Major

Messier 33, spiral galaxy in Triangulum

The Pacman Nebula, also known as NGC 281, is an H II region in the constellation of Cassiopeia and part of the Perseus Spiral Arm

NGC 6946, the Fireworks Galaxy
NGC 6946, also known as the Fireworks Galaxy, is an intermediate spiral galaxy in the constellation Cepheus

NGC 3314, a pair of overlapping spiral galaxies in the constellation Hydra

The Sunflower Galaxy, Messier 63
Spiral galaxy Messier 63, the Sunflower Galaxy, in the constellation Canes Venatici. M63 consists of a central disc surrounded by many short spiral arm segments

Bodes Galaxy, a spiral galaxy located in Ursa Major
Messier 81, also known as NGC 3031 or Bodes Galaxy, is a spiral galaxy in the constellation Ursa Major. M81 is the brightest member of the nearby galactic group called the M81 group

A diagram of the Milky Way, depicting its various named parts

NGC 1232, a spiral galaxy in Eridanus

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

M101, The Pinwheel Galaxy in Ursa Major

Messier 101, the Pinwheel Galaxy

Spiral Galaxy NGC 2841
A majestic disk of stars and dust lanes in this view of spiral galaxy NGC 2841, which lies 46 million light-years away in the constellation of Ursa Major (The Great Bear)

IC 342, an intermediate spiral galaxy in the constellation Camelopardalis

Coma Cluster of galaxies
The Hubble Space Telescope captures the magnificent starry population of the Coma Cluster of galaxies, one of the densest known galaxy collections in the universe

Messier 33, the Triangulum Galaxy
The Triangulum Galaxy, also known as Messier 33, is a spiral galaxy approximately 3 million lights years away in the constellation Triangulum

NGC 1365 is a barred spiral galaxy in the constellation Fornax

NGC 3521, spiral galaxy in Leo

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"Spiral Arms: A Cosmic Dance of Beauty and Mystery" Behold the mesmerizing spiral arms of the Spiral galaxy M81, as captured in this stunning composite image. Prepare to be dazzled by the galactic light show within the spiral galaxy NGC 4258, where celestial wonders unfold. Explore the enigmatic beauty of the Cigar galaxy (M82) through this captivating composite image, revealing its intricate spiral structure. Immerse yourself in a cosmic whirlpool as you witness the majestic Whirlpool Galaxy spinning gracefully amidst space's vast expanse. Marvel at the ethereal dance between The Whirlpool Galaxy (M51) and its companion galaxy, entwined in an eternal gravitational embrace. Discover the captivating allure of Messier 83 - a barred spiral galaxy that beckons us with its radiant core and sprawling arms. Brace for impact. Witness a glimpse into our future as we anticipate the predicted collision between Andromeda and our own Milky Way galaxies. Delve deeper into The Whirlpool Galaxy's secrets as it reveals itself alongside its companion galaxy, painting a picture of cosmic companionship against a backdrop of stars. Uncover Andromeda Galaxy's ancient stellar population painted in hues of blue, offering insights into our neighboring galactic history spanning billions of years. Contemplate your place in an unimaginably vast universe as you compare these awe-inspiring galaxies to IC 1101 –the largest known galaxy ever discovered. The impending collision between Milky Way-Andromeda galaxies creates an otherworldly spectacle that both captivates and humbles us all.