{
  "id": "whirlpool",
  "name": "Whirlpool Galaxy (M51)",
  "type": "Spiral",
  "constellation": "Canes Venatici",
  "distance_mly": 31,
  "notes": "A grand-design spiral interacting with companion galaxy NGC 5195.",
  "url": "https://gratisapi.com/api/galaxies/whirlpool"
}