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M51 Group

M51 Group

The M51 Group is a group of galaxies located in Canes Venatici. The group is named after the brightest galaxy in the group, the Whirlpool Galaxy. Other notable members include the companion galaxy to the Whirlpool Galaxy and the Sunflower Galaxy. Wikipedia
Brightest member: Whirlpool Galaxy (M51A)
Number of galaxies: 7-17