By studying galaxy mergers like the Cosmic Owl, astronomers gain valuable insights into how galaxies form and evolve, particularly in the context of the early universe.

Home > Science Infinity Galaxy or Cosmic Owl? Webb Telescope Catches 2 Ring Galaxies Colliding Solo ring galaxies are rare, so a combination of two is a special thing indeed.

The Cosmic Owl is composed of two rare ring galaxies colliding, with each galaxy having a supermassive black hole at its centre, making them "active galactic nuclei".

The compact core of each galaxy in the images forms what is the owl's eye, while a central region of intense star formation, enhanced by younger stellar populations and nebular emission, creates ...