Leo A is an irregular galaxy 2.25 million light-years from the Sun, in Leo. Its light has travelled 2.25 million years to reach us.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | DDO 69 |
| Type | Irregular |
| Distance | 2.25 million light-years (rgb) |
| Radius | 1,533 light-years |
| Absolute magnitude | -11.36 |
| Constellation | Leo |
| Position (J2000) | RA 149.8590°, Dec 30.7464° |
The light you see left 2.3 million years ago, when earlier kinds of human were making stone tools. At the speed of light, crossing its 3,066 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).