Sculptor DIG

Irregular · 13.37 million light-years

Sculptor DIG is an irregular galaxy 13.37 million light-years from the Sun, in Sculptor. Its light has travelled 13.37 million years to reach us.

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Facts

Also known asESO 349-31
TypeIrregular
Distance13.37 million light-years (tf)
Radius2,071 light-years
Absolute magnitude-12.63
ConstellationSculptor
Position (J2000)RA 2.0535°, Dec -34.5783°

In Orrery Space

In galaxy mode, press Local Universe and search for it on the map, or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there, and up close the galaxy is drawn to its catalogued size, shape and tilt (the stars and arms themselves are illustrative).

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