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Tag Archives: Caldwell 64

NGC 2362: The Radiant Tau Canis Majoris Cluster

Astrophoto showing the star cluster NGC 2362 in the Canis Major.

Explore NGC 2362 and Tau Canis Majoris, the “Mexican Jumping Star”—a young, dazzling open cluster gem of winter skies for backyard astronomers.

Posted byWayne McGrawFebruary 8, 2026Posted inCaldwell Object, Star ClustersTags:Backyard Astronomy, Caldwell 64, Canis Major, Mexican Jumping Star, NGC 2362, Open Star Cluster, WinterLeave a comment on NGC 2362: The Radiant Tau Canis Majoris Cluster

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