Eridanus is a globular cluster 276,190 light-years away, in Eridanus: an ancient, tightly bound swarm of stars in the Milky Way's halo.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | ERI star cluster, CL ERID 1, C 0422-213 |
| Type | Globular cluster |
| Distance | 276,190 light-years |
| Tidal radius | 513 light-years |
| Core radius | 0.375 arcminutes |
| King concentration | 1.232 |
| Absolute magnitude | -4.62 |
| Constellation | Eridanus |
| Position (J2000) | RA 66.1856°, Dec -21.1868° |
In galaxy mode, search for it on the map or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there. The cluster is drawn at its catalogued place and size; its individual stars are illustrative.