Leo II

Leo II is a dwarf spheroidal galaxy orbiting the Milky Way. It was discovered in 1950 by Albert G. Wilson. Located in the constellation Leo, Leo II lies at about 750,000 light-years from Earth. This galaxy has been extensively studied and is considered a member of the Local Group. It possesses a low luminosity and a small half-light radius, characteristics common among dwarf spheroidal galaxies. Its proximity to the Milky Way enables astronomers to observe its stellar populations, providing insights into the early universe and the dynamics of small galaxies. Leo II contains older stars and lacks significant ongoing star formation, like many other dwarf galaxies.