The galaxy is called M104, but is better known as the ‘Sombrero’ Galaxy, due to its broad brimmed hat-like appearance, which is formed by a swath of cosmic dust.
Originally published by Cosmos as Hubble captures incredible photo of the ‘Sombrero’ Galaxy
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