Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

IC 1805: The Heart Nebula

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 21, 2025 is “IC 1805: The Heart Nebula,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Toni Fabiani). The original explanation runs about 135 words.

A starfield is shown filled with colorful gas glowing in different colors, and dark dust. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Toni Fabiani Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What electrifies the Heart Nebula? First, the large emission nebula on the left, catalogued as IC 1805 , looks somewhat like a human heart .”

— APOD editors, October 21, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
October 21, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Toni Fabiani
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 135 words

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