Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 29, 2025

A Helix Nebula Deep Field

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 29, 2025 is “A Helix Nebula Deep Field,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: George Chatzifrantzis). The original explanation runs about 184 words.

A nearly circular nebula with a blue core surrounded by small white knots, an orange ring and expansive red strucures. Please see the explanation for more detailed information. — Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: George Chatzifrantzis Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Is the Helix Nebula looking at you? No, not in any biological sense, but it does look quite like an eye.”

— APOD editors, July 29, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 29, 2025
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: George Chatzifrantzis
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 184 words