Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

LBN 86: The Eagle Ray Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 27, 2023 is “LBN 86: The Eagle Ray Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Vikas Chander). The original explanation runs about 145 words.

A light brown nebula is seen on a dark starfield. The outline of the nebula makes it appear like an eagle ray fish. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Vikas Chander Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“This eagle ray glides across a cosmic sea. Officially cataloged as SH2-63 and LBN 86 , the dark nebula is composed of gas and dust that just happens to appear shaped like a common ocean fish .”

— APOD editors, November 27, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 27, 2023
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Vikas Chander
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 145 words

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