R.A. / Dec. – Constellation
08 26 39.29  +26 00 40.89 – CNC

Suspected nature of object
Planetary Nebula

Description

Brightest part of a massive complex spanning over 2 degrees in the constellation Cancer.

This bright patch is located roughly 6’55” East of the star HD71051

A circular prominence is visible, like a bubble.

Discovery date, plate or visually
30 november 2021, plate

Status

Under examination.

 

Overview of the 2° field. The details are located to the northwest end.

With contribution of expert Dana Patchick, this complex is now under investigation as a potential new planetary nebula candidate.