Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 12, 2011

The Seagull Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 12, 2011 is “The Seagull Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Sidonio). The original explanation runs about 133 words.

From the explanation

“This broad expanse of glowing gas and dust presents a bird-like visage to astronomers from planet Earth , suggesting its popular moniker – The Seagull Nebula . 6 degree wide swath across the plane of the Milky Way, near the direction of Sirius, alpha star of the constellation Canis Major.”

— APOD editors, January 12, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 12, 2011
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Sidonio
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 133 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 12, 2011 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2011-january-12-the-seagull-nebula

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