The Triangulum Galaxy
Overview The Triangulum Galaxy (also known as M33) is the third-largest galaxy in the Local Group, after the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) and
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The Clamshell Nebula
Overview The Clamshell Nebula (Sh2-119) is around 2200 light-years away in the constellation Cygnus. This photo shows clouds of gas
The Wizard Nebula
Overview The Wizard Nebula (NGC 7380) is a glowing region of space about 7,200 light-years away. Named for its mystical,
The Rotten Fish Nebula
Overview The Rotten Fish Nebula is a type of object known as a dark nebula. The blackest areas, seemingly empty
NGC 7822
Overview An emission nebula around 3000 light-years from Earth, NGC 7822 is the birthplace of new stars. Their strong stellar
The Andromeda Galaxy
Overview A neighbouring galaxy to our own Milky Way, the Andromeda Galaxy is 2.5 million light-years from Earth and contains
The Cave Nebula
Overview The Cave Nebula (Sh2-155) lies 2400 light-years from Earth. Radiation from hot stars is compressing the gas, triggering waves
The Lion Nebula
Overview Officially known as Sh2-132, The Lion Nebula is around 10,000 light-years from Earth. Energetic stars are bombarding the surrounding