Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 20, 2016

Stars and Globules in the Running Chicken Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 20, 2016 is “Stars and Globules in the Running Chicken Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Martin Pugh). The original explanation runs about 132 words.

From the explanation

“The eggs from this gigantic chicken may form into stars. The featured emission nebula, shown in scientifically assigned colors, is cataloged as IC 2944 but known as the Running Chicken Nebula for the shape of its greater appearance.”

— APOD editors, January 20, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 20, 2016
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Martin Pugh
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 132 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 20, 2016 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2016-january-20-stars-and-globules-in-the-running-chicken-nebula

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