Medusa Nebula
The Medusa Nebula (Sh2-274) is a large planetary nebula located 1,500 light-years away in the constellation Gemini. With an apparent magnitude of 15.99, the nebula… Read More »Medusa Nebula
Gemini
Jellyfish Nebula
The Jellyfish Nebula (IC 443, Sharpless 248) is a supernova remnant located in the constellation Gemini. It lies at an approximate distance of 5,000 light years from Earth and has an apparent magnitude of 12. The nebula can be found between the stars Mu and Eta Geminorum, at the foot of one of the celestial Twins.
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Highlights of the March Sky
Here are some of the highlights of the night sky in March:
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Geminids
The Geminids are an annual meteor shower that usually occurs from December 7 to 17 and peaks around December 13 or 14. The Geminids typically… Read More »Geminids
Eskimo Nebula – NGC 2392
The Eskimo Nebula is a bipolar planetary nebula located in Gemini constellation. It is sometimes also known as the Clown Face Nebula. The nebula has the… Read More »Eskimo Nebula – NGC 2392
Highlights of the Night Sky in March
Here are some of the constellations, planets, and deep sky objects to see in March: 8 PM southern sky – Jupiter high above the southern… Read More »Highlights of the Night Sky in March