M 63 is a spiral (Sc) galaxy 33.02 million light-years from the Sun, in Canes Venatici. Its light has travelled 33.02 million years to reach us.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | NGC 5055, UGC 8334, MCG 7-27-54 |
| Type | Spiral (Sc) |
| Distance | 33.02 million light-years (NED-1D average) |
| Radius | 60,520 light-years |
| Absolute magnitude | -20.72 |
| Constellation | Canes Venatici |
| Position (J2000) | RA 198.9540°, Dec 42.0331° |
The light you see left 33 million years ago, after the dinosaurs, when mammals spread across the Earth. At the speed of light, crossing its 121,040 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).