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Seagull Nebula, composite image
Seagull Nebula, composite image. The image combines visible data and infrared data (orange). This star formation region is around 3500 light years distant on the borders of the constellations of Monoceros and Canis Major. The emission nebula IC 2177 (upper left) forms the head of the seagull. The image data was obtained from the Subaru Telescope of the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ), the Digitized Sky Survey, and NASAs WISE (Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer). For this view with the infrared data subtracted, see image C030/0048
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This breathtaking print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Seagull Nebula, a star formation region located approximately 3500 light years away on the borders of Monoceros and Canis Major constellations. The composite image combines visible data with infrared data, depicted in orange hues, revealing intricate details that would otherwise remain hidden to our eyes. The head of this celestial seagull is formed by the emission nebula IC 2177, which dominates the upper left portion of the image. Captured using advanced technology from various sources including the Subaru Telescope of the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ), Digitized Sky Survey (DSS), and NASA's Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE), this stunning view offers a glimpse into an awe-inspiring corner of our vast universe. Every element in this composition tells a story about cosmic phenomena - from star formation regions like RCW1 and S296 to countless other nebulae scattered throughout. It serves as a reminder that there is so much more beyond what meets our naked eye. Thanks to dedicated astronomers and astrophysicists who tirelessly explore these realms, we are able to witness such ethereal wonders captured through both optical and infrared lenses. This photograph not only ignites curiosity but also inspires us to delve deeper into understanding the mysteries that lie within space's boundless expanse.
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