Cygnus Collection (#7)

NGC 6914, a reflection nebula in Cygnus

Summer Triangle area of the northern summer Milky Way

Canadarm2 robotic arm releases the Cygnus spacecraft
October 22, 2013 - The International Space Stations Canadarm2 releases the Orbital Sciences Cygnus commercial craft. A blue and white part of Earth provides the backdrop for the scene

A colorful Pelican Nebula in the constellation Cygnus

Milky Way over the Columbia Icefields in Jasper National Park, Canada
September 14, 2014 - The Milky Way over Athabasca Glacier and the Columbia Icefields in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada, on a very clear night before moonrise

The Veil Nebula, both east and west halves, plus central portion

The northern Milky Way from Cygnus to Cassiopeia and Perseus
The northern Milky Way from Cygnus at right to Cassiopeia and northern Perseus at left, with boosted contrast to bring out faint nebulosity

The Summer Triangle stars in the Milky Way through Cygnus, Lyra and Aquila. The frame takes in the Milky Way from Cepheus to Ophiuchus

NGC 7000, The North America Nebula

The Crescent Nebula, an emission nebula in the Cygnus constellation
The Crescent Nebula, also known as NGC 6888, is an emission nebula in the Cygnus constellation

The Veil Nebula in the constellation Cygnus glows red

Crescent Nebula
The Crescent Nebula, also known as NGC 6888, is an emission nebula in the Cygnus constellation

The Pelican Nebula (IC 5067) with Herbig-Haro objects

Artists concept of Cygnus X-1, a luminous x-ray source in the constellation Cygnus
In 1964 a luminous x-ray source in the sky caught the attention of astronomers. This source contained the first black hole discovered

NGC 6960, The Western Veil Nebula

Widefield view of star flux in Cygnus. Emission was subtracted to isolate star flux

The Cocoon Nebula

Gamma Cygni nebulosity complex with the Crescent Nebula
Gamma Cygni nebulosity (IC 1318) complex, along with the Crescent Nebula (NGC 6888) at right, in central Cygnus

Nebulosity in Cygnus
Nebulosity in the heart of Cygnus the Swan, including the North America Nebula and Pelican Nebula at left (NGC 7000 and IC 5070) and Gamma Cygni complex at right (IC 1318)

NGC 6946, a spiral galaxy in Cepheus

NGC 6946, also known as the Fireworks Galaxy, is an intermediate spiral galaxy in Cepheus. NGC 6946 is one of the nearest giant spiral galaxies beyond the local group

Canadarm2 robotic arm unberths the Cygnus spacecraft
October 22, 2013 - The International Space Stations Canadarm2 unberths the Orbital Sciences Cygnus commercial craft. Earths horizon and the blackness of space provide the backdrop for the scene

The double star Albireo in the constellation Cygnus
The Leo Triplet, also known as the M66 Group, is a small group of galaxies in the constellation Leo. This galaxy group consists of the spiral galaxies M65, the M66, and the NGC 3628

The King of Denmark Dining on Board the Cygnus. 1854

The King of Denmark Visiting Mr. Peto on Board the Cygnus. 1854

Ms 422 Fol. 27v & 29v Path of the moon across the constellations, from De Natura
XIR404292 Ms 422 Fol.27v & 29v Path of the moon across the constellations, from De Natura Rerum by Isidore of Seville (vellum) by French School, (9th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Laon

Map of the Constellations of the Northern Hemisphere, from The Celestial Atlas
XCF259799 Map of the Constellations of the Northern Hemisphere, from The Celestial Atlas, or The Harmony of the Universe (Atlas coelestis seu harmonia macrocosmica) pub

Euboean black-figure neck amphora, c. 570-60 BC (terracotta)
XOS1765673 Euboean black-figure neck amphora, c.570-60 BC (terracotta) by Greek, (6th century BC); 35.8x23.8 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Heracles)

Mute Swan (Cygnus olor)

ANTONY & CLEOPATRA. Meeting on the River Cygnus. Engraving, 1887, after a painting by Lawrence Alma-Tadema

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Trumpeter Swan portrait from the rear in snow landscape of spring Yukon, Canada. Trumpeter Swan portrait in spring

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Mute Swan on lake Autumn - Puckler Park, Muskau, Germany. Date:

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Mute Swan on lake Autumn - Puckler Park, Muskau, Germany. Date:

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Mute Swan flapping wings on lake - Puckler Park, Muskau, Germany. Date:

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Mute Swan flapping wings on lake - Puckler Park, Muskau, Germany. Date:

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Mute Swan on lake Autumn - Puckler Park, Muskau, Germany. Date:

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Mute Swan on lake Autumn - Puckler Park, Muskau, Germany. Date:

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Whooper Swan adult male Kajaani, Kuhmo area, Finland Date:

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Whooper Swan adult male Kajaani, Kuhmo area, Finland Date:

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Whooper Swan adult male Kajaani, Kuhmo area, Finland Date:

Swan (Cygnus), Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Whooper Swan, Cygnus cygnus
Whooper Swan, Cygnus

Bewicks Swan (Cygnus columbianus) portrait. UK

Whooper Swans on Lake Ardnave at Loch Gruinart, Isle of Islay Scotland

Whooper Swan on Lake Ardnave at Loch Gruinart, Isle of Islay Scotland

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TRUMPETER SWAN - SITTING, ON BANK (Cygnus buccinator) Date:

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Whooper & Mute Swans (Cygnus olor) - Being Fed (Cygnus cygnus) Date:

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Black Swan - with cygnets (Cygnus atratus) Date:

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"Cygnus: A Celestial Symphony and Graceful Waterfowl" In the vast expanse of the cosmos, lies a captivating celestial wonder known as Cygnus. Nestled within the enchanting constellations of Lyra and Lacerta, this stellar beauty unveils its ethereal charm. Nebula Sh 2-106, captured by the Hubble Space Telescope, showcases its cosmic splendor with vibrant hues that ignite our imagination. But beyond the realms of space, on Earth's serene landscapes, another manifestation emerges – in graceful avian form. The black swan (Cygnus atratus), adorned with ebony plumage and an elegant presence, glides across tranquil waters like a majestic dancer in flight. Joining this symphony of waterfowl are the magnificent whooper swans (Cygnus cygnus) painting sunsets with their wings at Caerlaverock Wildfowl & Wetland Trust WWT. Their harmonious arrival echoes through Hokkaido's skies in Japan each February as they gracefully descend to land. Amidst these avian wonders stands the mute swan (Cygnus olor), epitomizing serenity as it elegantly swims upon mirrored lakes under golden rays. Its counterpart, the black swan adds intrigue to nature's palette with its dark allure. As we gaze up at night sky once more, we find ourselves drawn back to Cygnus constellation - a beacon guiding stargazers through galaxies unknown. It intertwines seamlessly with Lyra and Vulpecula; together forming a celestial tapestry that ignites our curiosity about distant worlds. Yet amidst these grand cosmic tales and earthly marvels lie moments of vulnerability too - when moulting season arrives for mute swans like delicate feathers being shed during early morning light at Valkenhorst Nature Reserve in The Netherlands.