Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

LDN 1235: The Shark Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 18, 2025 is “LDN 1235: The Shark Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Timothy Martin). The original explanation runs about 175 words.

A dark brown cloud that appears similar to a shark is seen against a background filled with stars and less prominent blue-shaded nebulas. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Timothy Martin Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“There is no sea on Earth large enough to contain the Shark nebula. This predator apparition poses us no danger as it is composed only of interstellar gas and dust .”

— APOD editors, March 18, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
March 18, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Timothy Martin
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 175 words

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