Hydra delights.

[cotterless45]

Cold and very cold, but clear with the bright Moon up. Good time of year to get under Leo to long Hydra. Having enjoyed the spectacular "ghost of Jupiter" , decided to have a look of some favourite binaries here. Some lovely colours and treasures to find.

Σ1270 at x100, gave a lovely pair. (SAO 136242)

epslion Hydrae, really lovely yellow and deep blue (SAO 117112)

Σ1290 ,a good 2.8" split at x200 (SAO 117208)

Σ1347 , nicely wide at 21" 

Here's the double double low power field, with splits to 1.9", SAO 117661 and 117704

Some spectacular colours to tau 1 Hydrae, yellow with a " small plum" , yes ,got that  .

Just on the borders of Leo, I spotted Subra ( omicron Leonis ) SAO 98709, wide , but stunning colouration. Plenty targets in this area,under Clear skies ! 

Nick.

 

[wookie1965]

Hoping to get out tonight had planned for Leo but I will try these as well why I am in the area.