Planetary Nebula Collection

Messier objects, full set
Messier objects. These 110 astronomical objects were catalogued by the French astronomer Charles Messier (1730-1817), a comet hunter who wanted to list the permanent objects in the sky that might be

Planetary nebula NGC 6751. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of the planetary nebula NGC 6751. A planetary nebula is formed when a Sun-like star ejects its outer layers at the end of its life

Helix nebula, infrared Spitzer image
Helix nebula (NGC 7293), infrared Spitzer Space Telescope image. This is a planetary nebula, a series of shells of gas cast off by a dying star

Helix nebula, planetary nebula
Helix nebula (NGC 7293), optical image. This is a planetary nebula, a series of shells of gas cast off from a Sun-like star towards the end of its life

Helix nebula, HST image
Helix Nebula. Hubble Space Telescope image of the Helix planetary nebula (NGC 7293). This comprises shells of gas cast off a Sun-like star near the end of its life

Helix Nebula, VISTA image C023 / 0103
Helix Nebula. Infrared image of the Helix Nebula (NGC 7293), a planetary nebula located 700 light-years from Earth. Imaged by VISTA (Visible and Infrared Survey Telescope for Astronomy)

The Cat eye Nebula seen from the Hubble Telescope
The Cats Eye Nebula. The planetary nebula known as the Cats Eye Nebula (NGC 6543) as seen from the Hubble Space Telescope

The bright star Rigel eclipsed by a moon of a hypothetical planet
Rigel is one of the two brightest stars in the constellation Orion. It is a blue-white giant star. We see it here eclipsed by a moon of a hypothetical planet

Planetary nebula NGC 6826
Planetary nebula. Hubble space telescope image of the NGC 6826 planetary nebula around a dying star. About half the stars mass has been ejected to form the nebula

Views of the Andromeda Nebula and the Dumbbell Nebula (engraving)
6001957 Views of the Andromeda Nebula and the Dumbbell Nebula (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Views of the Andromeda Nebula and the Dumbbell Nebula)

Views of the Andromeda Nebula and the Ring Nebula in the constellation Lyra (engraving)
6001962 Views of the Andromeda Nebula and the Ring Nebula in the constellation Lyra (engraving) by Trouvelot, Etienne Leopold (1827-95); Private Collection; (add.info)

Helix Nebula in Aquarius. Creator: NASA
Helix Nebula in Aquarius. The Helix Nebula is a large planetary nebula, 700 light years from Earth, in the constellation Aquarius

Ring Nebula in Lyra. Creator: NASA
Ring Nebula in Lyra. The Ring Nebula (Messier 57) is a planetary nebula in the northern constellation of Lyra. Such objects are formed when a shell of ionised gas is expelled into the surrounding

The Owl Nebula, a planetary nebula in Ursa Major. Its round shape along with the placement of two large dark eyes suggest the face of a staring owl

The Crescent Nebula, NGC 6888

NGC 6888, the Crescent Nebula in the Cygnus constellation

The Butterfly Nebula (DWB 67, 72, 76, 81) is a bright emission nebula located in the constellation Cygnus

The Crescent Nebula with Soap-Bubble Nebula
NGC 6888, the Crescent Nebula with Soap-Bubble Nebula

IC 1318 and the Butterfly Nebula around star Gamma-Cygni

Artists concept showing carbon balls ejecting out from a dying white star in a planetary
Artists concept showing carbon balls coming out from the type of object where they were discovered, a dying star and the material it sheds, known as a planetary nebula

Artists depiction of the constellation Aquarius the Water Bearer
An artists depiction of the constellation Aquarius the Water Bearer. The constellation includes the Saturn Nebula and the Helix Nebula. Aquarius is one of the twelve astrological signs of the Zodiac

A planetary nebula is forming as the star expells its outer layers
This is the final apocalyptic ending to many medium to low mass stars; a planetary nebula is forming as the star expells its outer layers in violent pulsations of solar wind

Cats Eye Nebula

Messier 27, The Dumbbell Nebula, a planetary nebula in Vulpecula

PK104 Jones1 planetary nebula with clear red green blue filter set

The Dumbbell Nebula, also known as Messier 27 or NGC 6853, is a planetary nebula in the constellation Vulpecula

NGC 6193 nebulosity in Ara with several open clusters
The magenta nebulosity known as NGC 6193 in the constellation of Ara in the southern sky, with the open cluster NGC 6188. At right are the open clusters NGC 6167 and NGC 6134

Messier 57, the Ring Nebula

Open clusters Messier 47 and Messier 47 in the constellation Puppis
Messier 47 (right), a bright loose cluster, and Messier 46 (left), a fainter but very rich open cluster. Loose cluster at top right is NGC 2423

NGC 5189, Planetary Nebula in Musca. NGC 5189 represents the gaseous remains of a sunlike star which has entered its final stages of evolution

Artists concept of the Helix Nebula. The Helix Nebula, NGC 7293, is a planetary nebula and was formed from the end of a stars evolution

The Ring Nebula, also known as Messier 57 or NGC 6720, is located in the constellation Lyra. It is among the most well known and recognizable examples of a planetary nebula

Helix Nebula
This composite image is a view of the colorful Helix Nebula taken with the Advanced Camera for Surveys aboard the Hubble Space Telescope

Helix nebula in Aquarius (NGC 7293)

M108 galaxy and M97 Owl Nebula. The galaxy appears near a blue beam of light cast from the bright Big Dipper star known as Merak. Captured with STL-11000XM and TMB 130 f/6 refractor

M57, The Ring Nebula. The inner shell glows green from ionized oxygen and nitrogen while hydrogen in the outer shell glows red

The Dumbbell Nebula, a planetary nebula in the constellation Vulpecula
The Dumbbell Nebula (NGC 6853), a planetary nebula in the constellation Vulpecula

M27 the Dumbbell nebula with clear red green blue filter set

Planetary nebula NGC 5189, Hubble image C017 / 3748
Planetary nebula NGC 5189, Hubble Space Telescope image. NGC 5189 lies 1800 light years from Earth in the constellation Musca

Ring Nebula, 19th century
Ring Nebula. 19th-century astronomical observation of the planetary nebula now called the Ring Nebula (M57, NGC 6720). North is at top

Dumbbell Nebula, 19th century
Dumbbell Nebula. 19th-century astronomical observation of the Dumbbell Nebula (M27, NGC 6853). North is at top. This planetary nebula consists of an expanding shell of material ejected from a star

Open star cluster M46, 19th century
Open star cluster M46. 19th-century astronomical observation of the open star cluster M46 (NGC 2437). North is at top. Also visible near centre as a nebulosity around one of the stars is

Planetary nebula NGC 5198, HST image
Planetary nebula NGC 5198, Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image. Combined optical and infrared image of the planetary nebula NGC 5198

Helix Nebula, composite image C016 / 3864
Helix Nebula (NGC 7293), composite image. This object is a planetary nebula, a dying star ejecting its dusty outer layers

Artwork of a future Sun ejecting planetary nebula
Future Sun. Artwork of a planetary nebula produced by the dying Sun in five thousand million years time, as seen from the Earth & Moon

Globular cluster M15. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of the globular star cluster M15. This is a ball of hundreds of thousands of stars which lies around 40

Spirograph planetary nebula IC418
Planetary nebula. False colour optical image of the Spirograph nebula, IC 418. This is a planetary nebula, formed by the gas thrown off from a dying red giant star

Ant planetary nebula

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"Exploring the Mysteries of Planetary Nebulae: A Journey through the Cosmos" Embark on a celestial adventure as we delve into the captivating realm of planetary nebulae. These ethereal formations, cataloged as Messier objects, offer us glimpses into the awe-inspiring beauty and intricate processes occurring in our vast universe. One such enigmatic entity is the Helix Nebula, which astounds us with its mesmerizing appearance. Captured by infrared Spitzer and HST images, this planetary nebula unveils its delicate tendrils of gas and dust swirling around a dying star. Its resplendent colors paint an otherworldly canvas that leaves us spellbound. The Helix Nebula's enchanting allure continues to captivate astronomers worldwide. In another breathtaking image from VISTA C023/0103, we witness its radiant glow against a backdrop of cosmic wonders. As if peering into a mystical eye, The Cat Eye Nebula reveals itself through the lens of Hubble Telescope – an exquisite display of cosmic artistry. Venturing further into space, we encounter NGC 6826 – yet another marvel within this celestial family. This planetary nebula showcases intricate patterns and structures formed by stellar winds and intense radiation emitted by its central star. Our journey takes us beyond our own galaxy as well; engraved views depict both Andromeda Nebula and Dumbbell Nebula in all their glory. Their majestic presence reminds us that these astronomical phenomena are not limited to our corner of existence but exist throughout the cosmos. Lastly, let's not forget about one iconic member – The Ring Nebula in Lyra constellation – whose striking form has fascinated stargazers for centuries. Its perfect symmetry evokes wonderment at nature's ability to create such harmonious shapes amidst chaos. As we conclude this expedition through planetary nebulae, let these extraordinary sights ignite curiosity within you about what lies beyond our earthly realm.