Galaxy NGC 7448 (Arp 13) in Pegasus
Taken by Tom Wildoner on September 28, 2025 @
Weatherly, PA, USA
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Date Taken: 2025:12:21 07:19:38
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NGC 7448 is a spiral galaxy located in the constellation Pegasus, far beyond the Milky Way. It is part of a small galaxy group, and images often show subtle distortions in its spiral structure, suggesting it may be influenced by gravitational interactions with nearby galaxies. Like many spiral galaxies, NGC 7448 contains clouds of gas and dust along its arms where new stars can form, while its central region is dominated by older stars. Although it is not one of the most famous NGC objects, NGC 7448 is of interest to astronomers and astrophotographers because its structure provides clues about how galaxies evolve and change through interactions over time. This galaxy is also listed in the Arp catalog as ARP13.
Tech Specs: Meade 12” LX-90 SCT Telescope, Antares Focal Reducer, ZWO ASI2600MC camera running at -10F, 215 x 60 seconds, Celestron CGX-L pier mounted, ZWO EAF and ASIAir Pro, processed in DSS and PixInsight. Image Date: September 28, 2025. Location: The Dark Side Observatory (W59), Weatherly, PA, USA (Bortle Class 4).
Photographer's website:
https://www.thedarksideobservatory.com
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