Cam A is an irregular galaxy 12.82 million light-years from the Sun, in Camelopardalis. Its light has travelled 12.82 million years to reach us.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | KK 41 |
| Type | Irregular |
| Distance | 12.82 million light-years (rgb) |
| Radius | 7,469 light-years |
| Absolute magnitude | -14.06 |
| Constellation | Camelopardalis |
| Position (J2000) | RA 66.3120°, Dec 72.8058° |
The light you see left 13 million years ago, after the dinosaurs, when mammals spread across the Earth. At the speed of light, crossing its 14,938 light-years takes as many years.
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).