M 90 is a barred spiral (SBb) galaxy 55.00 million light-years from the Sun, in Virgo. Its light has travelled 55.00 million years to reach us.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | NGC 4569, UGC 7786, MCG 2-32-155 |
| Type | Barred spiral (SBb) |
| Distance | 55.00 million light-years (V) |
| Radius | 75,990 light-years |
| Absolute magnitude | -20.93 |
| Constellation | Virgo |
| Position (J2000) | RA 189.2085°, Dec 13.1639° |
The light you see left 55 million years ago, after the dinosaurs, when mammals spread across the Earth. At the speed of light, crossing its 151,980 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).