Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

IC 5146: The Cocoon Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 19, 2024 is “IC 5146: The Cocoon Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Luis Romero Ventura). The original explanation runs about 143 words.

A red emission nebula is shown against a busy starfield with many dark dust filaments near the nebula's center. Near the bottom of the image is a smaller blue reflection nebula. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Luis Romero Ventura Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Inside the Cocoon Nebula is a newly developing cluster of stars. Cataloged as IC 5146 , the beautiful nebula is nearly 15 light-year s wide.”

— APOD editors, August 19, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 19, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Luis Romero Ventura
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 143 words

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