Show threadAwesome AstronomyDec 28, 2022

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chchastroNov 14, 2022
Gary, one of our #SkyGuides also likes to do #AstroPhotography. This image of the #PrawnNebula (IC 4628) is a closer view than is normally found. If you include all its ‘suburbs’, the Prawn covers quite a significant patch near the midpoint of the Scorpion. IC 4628 is a fairly active stellar nursery, and it contains several hot, young, and bright stars #christchurch #astronomy #NewZealand https://astro.nz/blogs/entry/34-ic-4628-the-prawn-nebula-near-scorpius/
IC 4628 (The Prawn Nebula), near Scorpius

This image of the Prawn Nebula (IC 4628) is a closer view than is normally found. If you include all its ‘suburbs’, the Prawn covers quite a significant patch near the midpoint of the Scorpion. This area of the sky is well-known amongst astrophotographers as a rich hunting ground for these type o...

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