Emission Nebula Collection (page 6)

Blue and red nebulae in the Camelopardalis constellation
Blue reflection nebulae and glowing red emission nebulae cover this area of the Camelopardalis constellation

Carina Nebula Star-forming Pillars and Herbig-Haro Objects with Jets
This turbulent cosmic pinnacle lies within a stellar nursery called the Carina Nebula, located 7, 500 light-years away in the southern constellation Carina

NGC 6914, a reflection nebula in Cygnus

Messier 42, the Orion Nebula

A rich region of reflection and emission nebulae in the Camaeleon constellation
A rich region of reflection and emission nebulae surrounded by brown interstellar molecular clouds in the Camaeleon constellation

Messier 8, the Lagoon Nebula

The starforming region of Rho Ophiuchus. Visible in this image are IC 4605, IC 4604, IC 4603, Antares, NGC 6144, M4 Globular Cluster, SH2-9, NGC 6121, and emission and reflection nebula structure

Illustration of the Horsehead Nebula
The Horsehead Nebula is a dark nebula in the Orion constellation. It is the most identifiable nebula from Earth because of its swirling gases in the form of a horses head

IC 4603 dust and reflection nebula in the constellations Scorpius and Ophiuchus

IC 1805, the Heart Nebula

NGC 3766 and the Lambda Cen Nebula in the constellation Centaurus
Open star cluster NGC 3766 and the Lambda Cen Nebula in the constellation Centaurus

Flaming Star Nebula in Auriga, also known as IC 405

The Dumbbell Nebula, also known as Messier 27 or NGC 6853, is a planetary nebula in the constellation Vulpecula

Messier 42, The Great Nebula in Orion and NGC 1977, The Running Man Nebula

A colorful Pelican Nebula in the constellation Cygnus

The Horsehead Nebula and Flame Nebula in the Orion constellation

IC 4603 is a blue reflection nebula in Ophiuchus

The extensive Gum Nebula area in the constellation Vela, an interstellar bubble blown by winds from hot stars, with the False Cross at left

Emission Nebula NGC 281
NGC 281, an emission nebula and open cluster in the constellation Cassiopeia. The H II region NGC 281 (also known as Sharpless 184)

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

Pickerings Triangular Wisp, a large supernova remnant in the constellation Cygnus

The Eagle nebula, an industrious star-making factory located 7, 000 light-years away in the Serpens constellation. The image shows the regions entire network of turbulent clouds

Orions Inner Beauty. This infrared image from the Spitzer Space Telescope shows the Orion nebula, our closest massive star-making factory, 1, 450 light-years from Earth

The California Nebula (NGC 1499) is an emission nebula located in the constellation Perseus

Messier 78 & Horsehead Nebula in Orion. Messier 78 & Horsehead Nebula in Orion
The Horsehead Nebula (B33) at bottom, below the star Zeta Orionis (aka Alnitak, the left star of Orionas Belt), plus NGC 2024, the Flame Nebula, above Zeta

NGC 6334, The Cats Paw Nebula in Scorpius. Located in the constellation of Scorpius, the Catas Paw Nebula resembles a faint, luminous paw-print on the sky

False Comet area in Scorpius along with NGC 6188 nebulosity in Ara
False Comet area in Scorpius with NGC 6231 and IC 4628, along with NGC 6188 nebulosity in the constellation Ara

Orions Belt, Horsehead Nebula and Flame Nebula

NGC 6559 emission and reflection nebulosity in Sagittarius. Within the nebula complex are several bright blue reflection clouds glowing by way of starlight reflected from innumerable microscopic dust

Elephants trunk nebula inside IC 1396

NGC 6193 nebulosity in Ara with several open clusters
The magenta nebulosity known as NGC 6193 in the constellation of Ara in the southern sky, with the open cluster NGC 6188. At right are the open clusters NGC 6167 and NGC 6134

A beautiful nebula and a ringed planet

Infrared mosaic of the Heart and Soul nebulae in the constellation Cassiopeia. Located about 6, 000 light-years from Earth

The Dark Horse and Snake Nebulae in Ophiuchus
The region around the Pipe Nebula (B78), the main part of the naked-eye formation of dark nebulas called the Dark Horse. In photos it breaks up into patches of dark nebulosity

NGC 6188, starforming region in Ara

The Center of the Orion Nebula (The Trapezium Cluster)

The constellation of Canis Major and nearby open clusters and nebulae. Sirius is at upper center; M41 is below Sirius; M46

IC 405, The Flaming Star Nebula in the constellation Auriga

NGC 6188 emission nebula in the Ara constellation

IC 2177 nebulosity

Nebulosity in the Cepheus constellation
Lots of dust and gas nebulosity within the Cepheus constellation

An emission nebula out in space forming stars and galaxies

NGC 7000, The North America Nebula

The Cats Paw and Lobster Nebulae in Scorpius
NGC 6334 and NGC 6357, The Cats Paw and Lobster Nebulae in Scorpius

Messier 57, the Ring Nebula

The Eta Carina nebula and the Milky Way visible at dawn with the naked eye, Miramar, Argentina

Area of Flaming Star Nebula and complex in Auriga
Area of Flaming Star Nebula and IC 410 and IC 417 complex in Auriga

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"Exploring the Mysteries of Emission Nebulae: A Glimpse into the Cosmic Artistry" The captivating beauty of emission nebulae, such as the Orion Nebula (M42) and Nebula Sh 2-106, is unveiled in this stunning Hubble Space Telescope image. These celestial wonders, scattered throughout our vast universe, offer a glimpse into the mesmerizing dance of gas and dust. In Serpens lies M16, famously known as The Eagle Nebula. Its ethereal glow illuminates space with intricate pillars that resemble colossal wings. Just like its avian namesake, this nebula symbolizes freedom and exploration. The Orion Nebula (M42), an astronomical masterpiece located within the constellation Orion, showcases a stellar nursery where new stars are born amidst swirling clouds of colorful gases. Adjacent to it is M43, adding another layer of enchantment to this cosmic spectacle. Venturing beyond our Milky Way galaxy brings us to MACS J0717 - a massive galaxy cluster that houses countless emission nebulae within its gravitational embrace. Here we witness galaxies merging and intertwining in a celestial ballet that spans millions of light-years. Traveling further southward leads us to the Large Magellanic Cloud – a satellite galaxy visible from Earth's southern hemisphere. Within its boundaries lies NGC 3324 or Gabriela Mistral Nebula; named after Chilean poet Gabriela Mistral for her profound impact on literature and culture. IC 2177 presents itself as The Seagull Nebula – an awe-inspiring sight resembling a majestic bird soaring through interstellar space. Its radiant colors evoke feelings of serenity and grace against the backdrop of infinite darkness. Perhaps one of the most iconic images captured by astronomers is that of Pillars of Creation in The Eagle Nebula. These towering structures serve as nurseries for newborn stars while simultaneously showcasing nature's ability to shape and sculpt the cosmos.