Carina Dwarf

The Carina Dwarf is a dwarf spheroidal galaxy that is part of the Milky Way's satellite system. It resides in the constellation of Carina and was discovered in the mid-20th century. Carina is located at approximately 330,000 light-years from Earth. This galaxy is notable for its relatively irregular shape and its composition primarily consisting of older stars, indicating a predominantly ancient stellar population. Its proximity to the Milky Way has made it a subject of interest for astronomers studying dwarf galaxies and the broader dynamics of galactic structures.