Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 10, 2009

The Pillars of Eagle Castle

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 10, 2009 is “The Pillars of Eagle Castle,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Emanuele Colognato & Jim Wood ( Backyard Skies )). The original explanation runs about 108 words.

From the explanation

“What lights up this castle of star formation? The familiar Eagle Nebula glows bright in many colors at once.”

— APOD editors, July 10, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 10, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Emanuele Colognato & Jim Wood ( Backyard Skies )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 108 words