Hubble captures glowing IC 486 galaxy 380M light-years away
Hubble captures glowing IC 486 galaxy 380M light-years away
US · Published Apr 15, 2026
Hubble captures stunning image of IC 486, a barred spiral galaxy 380 million light-years away.
The galaxy features older stars at its center and vibrant, bluish star-forming regions along its spiral arms.
IC 486 has an active galactic nucleus powered by a supermassive black hole, offering insights into galaxy evolution.
Hubble captures barred spiral galaxy IC 486
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured a breathtaking image of IC 486, a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 380 million light-years away in the constellation Gemini. This stunning view reveals the galaxy's intricate structure, showcasing older stars at its pale center and vibrant, bluish star-forming regions along its sweeping spiral arms.
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