Comet Lulin, M42, Tarantula on 27 Feb 2009 (Observation 80)
Date:
27 Feb 2009 (NZST)
Time:
22:10 (NZST)
Title:
Comet Lulin, M42, Tarantula
Quick look for comet Lulin
Found approx 3 degrees E of Regulus
Faint, only visible with av in binoculars.
Conspicuous fuzzy patch in 20cm with 20mm Plossl.
Only a hint of a tail, unsure.
Sky bright and quite unsteady, also some cloud.
M42 quite impressive, 5 stars in Trapezium easy.
Tarantula OK but sky a bit bright for best views.
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