Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

The Horsehead Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 25, 2024 is “The Horsehead Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Alex Lin ( Chilescope )). The original explanation runs about 150 words.

The top half glows red, while the bottom half is filled with dark dust. Protruding into the red is a dark dust lane that resembles a horse's head. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Alex Lin ( Chilescope ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“One of the most identifiable nebulas in the sky, the Horsehead Nebula in Orion , is part of a large, dark, molecular cloud . Also known as Barnard 33, the unusual shape was first discovered on a photographic plate in the late 1800s.”

— APOD editors, November 25, 2024

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 25, 2024
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Alex Lin ( Chilescope )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 150 words

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