NGC 5986 - Globular Cluster

NGC 5986 – Globular Cluster

82 subs at 5 seconds each – 20 ISO, Bortle 2 – 3

Total Data: 7 minutes.

Taken with Celestron Origin using OLV software.

West Taratahi Hall, Chester Rd, Masterton, NZ.

Wednesday 20th May 2026

Stacked and processed in Siril

NGC 5986 is a globular cluster of stars in the southern constellation of Lupus, located at a distance of approximately 34 kilolight-years from the Sun. It was discovered by Scottish astronomer James Dunlop on May 10, 1826.