M65 and M66 . ... Credit Copyright: Bill Snyder ( Heavens Mirror Observatory ) Explanation: Nearby and bright, spiral galaxies M65 (top) and M66 stand out in this engaging cosmic snapshot . ... While both exhibit prominent dust lanes sweeping along their broad spiral arms, M66 in particular is a striking contrast in red and blue hues; the telltale pinkish glow of hydrogen gas in star forming regions and young blue star clusters. ... NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings, and Disclaimers . ...