NGC 4372 + The Dark Doodad (Mus)
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NGC 4372 + The Dark Doodad (Mus)

Dobashi 6193
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Dobashi 6193

This molecular cloud in Lupus is accompanied by 2 galaxies, NGC 5530 (under the dark nebula) and warped galaxy IC…

NGC 1333
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NGC 1333

In the constellation Perseus, there exists a celestial cradle called NGC 1333, where stars are born and the cosmic dance…

NGC 7023 – The Iris Nebula.
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NGC 7023 – The Iris Nebula.

NGC 7023, often known as the “Iris Nebula,” is a remarkable reflection nebula situated in the constellation Cepheus. This celestial…

LDN 1235 – The Dark Shark
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LDN 1235 – The Dark Shark

LDN 1235, known informally as “the Dark Shark,” resides in the constellation Cepheus, adding a touch of cosmic mystique to…

LBN 468 – Loop Of Darkness
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LBN 468 – Loop Of Darkness

LBN 468, also known as the “Loop of Darkness,” is a complex of dark nebulae that includes LDN 1147, LDN…

Barnard 142+143 -Barnard’s E
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Barnard 142+143 -Barnard’s E

In the tapestry of the night sky, Barnard’s E stands as a captivating enigma. This dark nebula, shrouded in obscurity,…

Rho Ophiuchi Nebula complex (11 pane mosaic)
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Rho Ophiuchi Nebula complex (11 pane mosaic)

The Rho Ophiuchi Nebula Complex, nestled within the constellation Ophiuchus, is a stunning region of space that showcases the intricate…

IC 4592 – The Blue Horsehead.
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IC 4592 – The Blue Horsehead.

The Blue Horsehead Nebula, also known by its catalog number IC 4592, graces the constellation Scorpius with its celestial elegance….

Barnard 72 – The Snake Nebula
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Barnard 72 – The Snake Nebula

Barnard 72: Unveiling the Cosmic Serpent Barnard 72, a captivating dark nebula that graces the night sky as the Snake…

Pipe Nebula Mosaic
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Pipe Nebula Mosaic

A 7 panel mosaic made in 3 nights @Deepskysafaris, Rooisand Desert Ranch, Namibia.

Barnard 150 – The Seahorse Nebula
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Barnard 150 – The Seahorse Nebula

Dark skies and a long integration time are necessary for imaging dark nebulae like this. The conditions weren’t perfect, but…