M64
About this celestial object
The Black Eye Galaxy shows its dark dust lane as a striking eye.
As a spiral in Coma Berenices, M64 carries the nickname “Black Eye” for the ink‑black dust lane across its bright core.
The very low altitude hampers fine detail, yet core and dust lane make a clear contrast in the field.
The wide framing emphasizes the galaxy’s compact form.
Image and observation
Catalogue: M 64
Capture date: 2026-04-30
Total exposure: 10880 s
Imaging and processing: Ulrich Schwarz · Vespera Pro