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NGC 261 - Nebula
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NGC 261

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NGC 261 is an extensive emission nebula located in the Small Magellanic Cloud, a dwarf galaxy roughly 200,000 light-years away from Earth in the constellation Tucana.

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NGC 261 ranks #498 of 577 in the Nebula ranking, behind Sandqvist 150, ahead of vdB 15.

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How good is NGC 261?
NGC 261 scores 6.05/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Nebula category.
What are the best alternatives to NGC 261?
See our alternatives page for NGC 261 for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: NGC 371, NGC 248, NGC 249.
How does NGC 261 compare to NGC 371?
See our detailed comparison of NGC 261 vs NGC 371 with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is NGC 261 worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.05/10, NGC 261 is a solid option in Nebula. See all Nebula ranked.

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