Open Clusters Collection (#2)

Nebulosity in the Taurus constellation
This large region in the Taurus constellation contains astronomical objects such as IC 348 and NGC 1333

Pearl Cluster and Lambda Centauri complex in Centaurus
The Lambda Centauri complex, also known as the Running Chicken Nebula, IC 2948, (at left) and above it the Pearl Cluster (NGC 3766)

NGC 884, an open cluster in Perseus

Widefield view of the Gemini constellation with nearby deep sky objects
Widefield view of the Gemini constellation with many deep sky objects visible

Comet Lovejoys long ion tail in Taurus
January 16, 2016 - Comet Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2) amid the clusters, nebulae and dark dust clouds of Taurus and Perseus. Its long blue ion tail stretches back to the open cluster NGC 1647 on Taurus at

Widefield view of of Simeis 147, the Flaming Star Nebula, and the Tadpole Nebula
Widefield view of of Simeis 147, the Flaming Star Nebula, The Tadpole Nebula, and open clusters Messier 36, Messier 37 and Messier 38

Orion and Monoceros region

Visible light-infrared composite of IC 2177, the Seagull Nebula. IC 2177 is a bright H II region located on the border of Monoceros and Canis Major

NGC 7380 Emission Nebula in Cepheus

Constellations Cygnus and Lyra with nearby deep sky objects
Constellations Cygnus and Lyra. The North America Nebula is visible at top left and Gamma Cygni nebulosity left of center. The Cygnus star cloud is at center, Veil Nebula at lower left

NGC 884, an open cluster, in the constellation of Perseus
NGC 884 is an open cluster located 7600 light years away in the constellation of Perseus. It is the easternmost of the Double Cluster with NGC 869

Antennae (NGC 4038 and 4039), interacting pair of galaxies in Corvus
Comet Hartley 2 within the Double Cluster in the constellation Perseus

NGC 346, Open Cluster and Nebula Complex in the Small Magellanic Cloud. NGC 346 is the brightest star forming region in the Small Magellanic Cloud, a dwarf satellite galaxy of the Milky Way

NGC 1232, a spiral galaxy in Eridanus

The Trifid Nebula and Messier 21 cluster in Sagittarius

The constellation of Canis Major with nearby deep sky objects
The constellation of Canis Major, with Sirius at upper right, Messier 41 cluster to the left of Sirius, and M46 and M47 clusters above at upper right

An artists depiction of the constellation Cancer. The constellation features the nearby star cluster known as the Beehive Cluster. Cancer is one of the twelve astrological signs of the Zodiac

NGC 7380 in true colors

The Tadpole Nebula
IC 410, The Tadpole Nebula in Auriga

IC 2944, the Running Chicken Nebula in the Centaurus constellation

IC 1805, the Heart Nebula in Cassiopeia

The constellation of Cancer with nearby deep sky objects
The constellation of Cancer with the star cluster Messier 44 at center. Pollux is at upper right, Procyon at lower right, and Regulus at lower left

The Taurus region showing dark lanes of nebulosity

Messier 45, the Pleiades, an open star cluster in the Taurus constellation

NGC 457, the Owl Cluster, in the constellation Cassiopeia

Beautiful Nebulae in Gemini Constellation
This region in Gemini contains the famous Jellyfish Nebula, Monkey Head Nebula, and others

Open cluster Messier 39 in the constellation Cygnus

Comet Lovejoy in the winter sky
January 18, 2015 - Comet Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2) at upper right near the Pleiades, with its long blue ion tail stretching back to the left past the Pleiades

Widefield view of the southern constellations of Centaurus and Crux
Widefield view of Alpha and Beta Centauri stars in the southern constellation of Centaurus, along with the Southern Cross in the constellation Crux

The North America Nebula and dark nebulae in Cygnus
The area of northern Cygnus showing the dark nebula LeGentil 3 north of Cygnus in the Milky Way, along with the North America Nebula and the Pelican Nebula near Deneb

Emission nebula NGC 6188 star formation region in Ara
Emission nebula NGC 6188 with the bright open cluster 6193, star formation region in Ara

The colorful region around Antares in Scorpius and blue Rho Ophiuchi in Ophiuchus
The colorful region around yellow Antares (bottom) in Scorpius and blue Rho Ophiuchi (top) in Ophiuchus. The nebulae are largely reflection nebulae

Aquila constellation and the Serpens-Ophiuchus double cluster of IC 4756 and NGC 663. Altair and Terazed stars are visible at top

Zodiacal light in dawn sky, Alberta, Canada
October 7, 2013 - The zodiacal light in the pre-dawn sky in Alberta, Canada. Leo is just rising left of centre, with Mars above Regulus. Jupiter in Gemini is the bright object above centre

Winter sky panorama with various deep sky objects

Eagle Nebula and Swan Nebula

Messier 6, the Butterfly Cluster in the constellation of Scorpius

NGC 7380, the Wizard Nebula

Interstellar embryo IC 1848, the Soul Nebula

Starforming emission nebula NGC 6188 in the constellation Ara. The birthplace of very young, only few hundred million years old suns

NGC 602, starforming complex in the Small Magellanic Cloud

Starforming region NGC 6559 in the Sagittarius constellation

Head of Scorpius with celestial deep sky objects

Saturn in the Beehive Star Cluster, also known as Messier 44 or NGC 2632

The Pleiades, an open cluster of stars in the constellation Taurus

The Soul Nebula
IC 1848, the Soul Nebula in Hubble-palette color mapping

The constellations of Puppis and Vela in the southern Milky Way
Panoramic view of the constellations of Puppis and Vela in the southern Milky Way, plus the large Gum Nebula

The Auriga constellation showing lanes of dark nebulosity
A deep exposure image of the Auriga constellation showing lanes of dark nebulosity

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"Exploring the Vastness of Open Clusters: A Celestial Journey" M16, The Eagle Nebula in Serpens: Witness the breathtaking beauty of this open cluster, where stars are born amidst stunning pillars of gas and dust. The massive galaxy cluster MACS J0717: Delve into the depths of space as you encounter this colossal gathering of galaxies, a true testament to the grandeur and complexity of our universe. IC 2177, the Seagull Nebula: Behold the ethereal charm of this open star cluster nestled within a nebulous expanse resembling a graceful seagull in flight. NGC 457 is an open star cluster in the constellation Cassiopeia: Embark on a journey through Cassiopeia's celestial realm and witness this mesmerizing congregation of stars that illuminates its surroundings. Milky Way over an old ranch corral: Marvel at nature's harmony as you gaze upon the enchanting sight of our own galaxy stretching across an ancient ranch corral, blending cosmic wonders with earthly remnants. The Pinwheel Cluster and Starfish Cluster in the constellation Auriga: Immerse yourself in Auriga's stellar tapestry adorned by these two captivating clusters that twinkle like celestial jewels against a dark canvas. Vela supernova remnant in the center of Gum Nebula area: Traverse through Vela's enigmatic landscape where remnants from cataclysmic explosions intertwine with vibrant nebulosity, painting a picture both hauntingly beautiful and awe-inspiring. The Beehive Cluster: Discover this bustling community nestled within Cancer's embrace—a swarm of stars buzzing together harmoniously, radiating their collective brilliance for all to behold. The Carina Nebula, also known as NGC 3372.