Running Man Nebula (NGC 1977)
The Running Man Nebula is a reflection nebula embedded in the larger H II region Sharpless 279 (Sh2-279). It lies 1,500 light-years away in the… Read More »Running Man Nebula (NGC 1977)
Orion
Orion’s Belt
Orion’s Belt is a prominent asterism formed by three stars in the constellation Orion. The three bright blue stars – Alnitak, Alnilam, and Mintaka –… Read More »Orion’s Belt
Highlights of the Night Sky in February
Here are some of the planets, constellations and deep sky objects to see in February:Read More »Highlights of the Night Sky in February
Orionids
The Orionids (Orionid Meteor Shower) are an annual meteor shower that occurs between October 16 and October 27. The meteor shower peaks around October 21… Read More »Orionids
Highlights of the Night Sky in October
Here are some of the highlights of the night sky in October: 7:30 PM southwestern sky – Mars and Saturn low above the horizon 3:30… Read More »Highlights of the Night Sky in October
Betelgeuse
Betelgeuse, Alpha Orionis, is the second brightest star in Orion constellation and the ninth brightest star in the sky. It is a supergiant star, distinctly… Read More »Betelgeuse
Highlights of the February Sky
Here are some of the planets, constellations and deep sky objects you can see in the night sky in February: 8 PM southeastern sky –… Read More »Highlights of the February Sky
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