Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 16, 2025

Halo of the Cat's Eye

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 16, 2025 is “Halo of the Cat's Eye,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Taavi Niittee ( Tõrva Astronomy Club )). The original explanation runs about 144 words.

A dark starfield is dominated by a green nebula with intricate filaments all around. At the center is a bright glow surrounding a central star. Please see the explanation for more detailed information. — Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Taavi Niittee ( Tõrva Astronomy Club ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What created the unusual halo around the Cat’s Eye Nebula? No one is sure.”

— APOD editors, April 16, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 16, 2025
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Taavi Niittee ( Tõrva Astronomy Club )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 144 words