NGC2903
About this celestial object
NGC 2903 presents a prominent bar with widely fanning spiral arms.
The galaxy ranks among the striking barred spirals in Leo and appears unusually bright for amateur instruments.
About 41 minutes total exposure at 56% humidity bring out the core, bar, and first arm segments.
Captured at 250 mm and f/5 for a wide, high-contrast galaxy field.
Image and observation
Catalogue: NGC 2903
Capture date: 2025-03-02
Total exposure: 9970 s
Imaging and processing: Ulrich Schwarz · Vespera Pro