Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 26, 2016

IC 5067 in the Pelican Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 26, 2016 is “IC 5067 in the Pelican Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Data – Subaru Telescope (NAOJ) , R. Colombari, Processing – Roberto Colombari). The original explanation runs about 148 words.

From the explanation

“The prominent ridge of emission featured in this sharp, colorful skyscape is cataloged as IC 5067. Part of a larger emission nebula with a distinctive shape, popularly called The Pelican Nebula , the ridge spans about 10 light-years following the curve of the cosmic pelican’s head and neck.”

— APOD editors, May 26, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 26, 2016
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Data – Subaru Telescope (NAOJ) , R. Colombari, Processing – Roberto Colombari
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 148 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 26, 2016 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2016-may-26-ic-5067-in-the-pelican-nebula

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