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Pearl Cluster and Lambda Centauri complex in Centaurus
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Pearl Cluster and Lambda Centauri complex in Centaurus
The Lambda Centauri complex, also known as the Running Chicken Nebula, IC 2948, (at left) and above it the Pearl Cluster (NGC 3766). Just right of centre is the open cluster IC 2714, and below it the small barely resolve cluster Mel 105. To the upper right is the nebula complex NGC 3576/81
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This breathtaking print captures the ethereal beauty of the Pearl Cluster and Lambda Centauri complex in the Centaurus constellation. Also known as the Running Chicken Nebula, IC 2948 takes center stage on the left side of the image, its vibrant pink hues contrasting against a backdrop of interstellar clouds and cosmic dust. Just above it lies NGC 3766, aptly named the Pearl Cluster for its shimmering appearance resembling a string of pearls. To add to this celestial spectacle, IC 2714 sits slightly right of center as an open cluster surrounded by a myriad of stars. Below it, Mel 105 peeks through as a small yet captivating barely resolved cluster. The upper right corner reveals another nebula complex, NGC 3576/81, further enhancing this visual feast for stargazers. The photograph showcases not only these stunning formations but also highlights Thackeray's Globules within Lambda Centauri's nebulous expanse. Dust clouds and H II regions contribute to creating an illuminated cosmic landscape that seems to stretch infinitely into space. Alan Dyer's astrophotography expertise has beautifully captured this scene in all its majestic glory. The colors are vivid and mesmerizing—magenta tones dance alongside bright star clusters and molecular clouds—a true testament to the wonders found within our universe. This awe-inspiring print serves as a reminder of both our infinitesimal place in the cosmos and the boundless beauty that surrounds us every night.
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