# Cocoon Galaxy (NGC 4490)

Cocoon Galaxy (NGC 4490) is a galaxy in the constellation Canes Venatici, magnitude 9.7, 6.7′ × 1.6′ across.

A 9.7-magnitude barred spiral galaxy (SBcd) in Canes Venatici, about 6.7′ × 1.7′.

## When and where to see it

It is best placed in the evening sky around April, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in March). It can be seen from everywhere north of 48°S and never sets north of 48°N.

At its highest it stands 82° up from 50°N, 83° up from 35°N, 48° up from the equator, 13° up from 35°S.

## Facts

- Type: Galaxy
- Constellation: Canes Venatici
- Designations: NGC 4490
- Magnitude: 9.7
- Apparent size: 6.7′ × 1.6′
- Position: RA 12h 30.6m, Dec +41° 39′ (J2000)

Open AstroPilot to see when Cocoon Galaxy (NGC 4490) is highest tonight from your location, how easy it is with your telescope or binoculars, and an eyepiece view. https://astropilot.space/object/NGC4490