Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 11, 2026

CG 4: The Globule and the Galaxy

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 11, 2026 is “CG 4: The Globule and the Galaxy,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: William Vrbasso Text: Cecilia Chirenti ( NASA GSFC , UMCP , CRESST II )). The original explanation runs about 180 words.

A cometary globule extends in front of a field of stars, showing what seems like an open mouth towards a distant galaxy in the background. Please see the explanation for more detailed information. — Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: William Vrbasso Text: Cecilia Chirenti ( NASA GSFC , UMCP , CRESST II ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Is this a cosmic monster ready to devour an unsuspecting galaxy? Thankfully, that is not the case.”

— APOD editors, March 11, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 11, 2026
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: William Vrbasso Text: Cecilia Chirenti ( NASA GSFC , UMCP , CRESST II )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 180 words