M 95 is a barred spiral (SBb) galaxy 32.65 million light-years from the Sun, in Leo. Its light has travelled 32.65 million years to reach us.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | NGC 3351, UGC 5850, MCG 2-28-1 |
| Type | Barred spiral (SBb) |
| Distance | 32.65 million light-years (NED-1D average) |
| Radius | 35,140 light-years |
| Absolute magnitude | -19.40 |
| Constellation | Leo |
| Position (J2000) | RA 160.9875°, Dec 11.7033° |
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 70,280 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).