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VY CMa 1982 - 1985

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Observer
Colin Henshaw
Time of observation
22/12/2016 - 07:44
Object
VY CMa.
Observing location
Kadoma, Zimbabwe, Kang, Maunatlala, and Maun, Botswana.
Equipment
12 x 40 Binoculars.
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One of the largest stars known, this red hypergiant is believed to be a prime supernova progenitor. Should put on a good display when it blows.
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