NGC2362 - Tau Canis Majoris Cluster

Credits: ESO

This is an open cluster which contains about 50 stars.

Facts about NGC2362 by Keith Turnecliff

Hoewever, when you look at it through a snall telescope and avert your view to the side away from the main star, the field fairly explodes with stars.

This star chart represents a view from Long Itchington for early February at 10pm.
Credits: Image courtesy of Starry Night Pro Plus 8, researched and implemented by Keith Turnecliff.