Scorpius Collection

Scorpius constellation. This is a large zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere that is visible in summer. The Sun passes though it in late November

Scorpius constellation. Scorpius, the scorpion, is a zodiacal constellation crossed by the Milky Way. It is best seen in summer in the northern hemisphere

The Milky Way in the constellation of Scorpius
Optical photograph of the dense star clouds of the Milky Way in the constellation of Scorpius. Our galaxy, the Milky Way, has a flattened

Center of the Milky Way through Sagittarius and Scorpius
The Milky Way in Sagittarius (bottom) and Scorpius (left and top) including the Galactic Centre area at centre frame. Along the Milky Way are numerous deep sky objects

Optical image of the constellation Scorpius
Scorpius constellation. Optical image of the constellation Scorpius, the Scorpion. To the left are the bright star clouds of the central Milky Way

Central Milky Way

The constellations Scorpius and Libra
5307740 The constellations Scorpius and Libra.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the constellations Scorpius and Libra. Scorpius is one of the constellations of the zodiac)

Constellations Ophiuchus and Serpens, with Hercules, Libra, Scorpius, and Scutum
5912924 Constellations Ophiuchus and Serpens, with Hercules, Libra, Scorpius, and Scutum. Le serpentaire et le serpent.Handcoloured copperplate engraving from John Flamsteed

Winter Solstice, Plate 5 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, pub
3075759 Winter Solstice, Plate 5 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, pub. 1674 (hand coloured engraving) by Pardies

Vit sculpin, pogge, and sea scorpion
Vit sculpin, Cottus gobio 117, pogge, Agonus cataphractus 118, and sea scorpion, Myoxocephalus scorpius 119. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural

Dyers croton, Chrozophora tinctoria, and water forget-me-not, Myosotis scorpioides. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt

Father lasher or sea scorpion, Myoxocephalus scorpius (Cottus scorpius). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C

Winter Solstice, Plate 5 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, 1674
Winter Solstice, Plate 5 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, Ignace-Gaston Pardies, pub. 1674 (hand coloured engraving)

Panorama view of the center of the Milky Way
A panorama of the center of the Galaxy portion of the southern hemisphere Milky Way, from Crux at right to Aquila at left

View from Voyager 1 if our Sun were replaced by VY Canis Majoris, the largest known star

The area around the head of Scorpius, including the bright star Antares at lower left of centre and the dark lanes leading to the star Rho Ophiuchi

Messier 4 and NGC 6144 globular clusters with Antares, a red supergiant star
Messier 4 and NGC 6144 globular clusters in the constellation Scorpius, with the red supergiant star Antares

Antares / Rho Ophiuchi region
Antares/Rho Ophiuchi region, optical image. This colourful region lies in the constellations Scorpius and Ophiuchus. The blue area at upper right is the triplet star Rho Ophiuchi

Myoxocephalus scorpius, or Father-Lasher, also known as Shorthorn Sculpin, Short-Spined Sea Scorpion, Bull-Head and Bull-Rout. Date: 1863

A diagram illustrating the constellation of Scorpius complete with image of a scorpion

Scorpius with parts of Lupus and Ara regions of the southern Milky Way
All of Scorpius, plus parts of Lupus and Ara regions of the southern Milky Way. Along the Milky Way are numerous nebulae, including the False Comet area, the Cats Paw area

NGC 6357, the Lobster Nebula in Scorpius

The rising arc of the Milky Way above Yamdrok Lake, Tibet, China
The rising arc of the Milky Way, from Summer Triangle to Scorpius is photographed above Yamdrok Lake, Tibet, China

A panorama of the Milky Way including several nebulae and clusters

Antares and Scorpius Head area with Rho Ophiuchi nebulosity field oriented equatorially

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

Messier 6, the Butterfly Cluster in the constellation of Scorpius

Head of Scorpius with celestial deep sky objects

NGC 6231 area oriented equatorially

Mosaic of the constellations Scorpius and Sagittarius in the southern Milky Way, around the center of the galaxy. Visible deep sky objects include Messier 6 and Messier 7 star clusters

The Milky Way around the Small Sagittarius Star Cloud
A mosaic of the region around the Small Sagittarius Star Cloud and Dark Horse dark nebula complex. The field takes in the Milky Way from the Lagoon Nebula at bottom to the Eagle Nebula at top left

The Dark Tower, Cometary Globule in Scorpius. Bright rimmed globules and their more evolved cousin the cometary globule represent fascinating dynamic structures formed by the interplay of cold

The Heart of Scorpius (Antares region)

IC 4592, IC 4601, Reflection complex in Scorpius

Messier 7 and Messier 6 star clusters in the constellation Scorpius
The two open clusters, Messier 7 (left), Ptolemy Cluster, and Messier 6 (right), the Butterfly Cluster. Messier 7 is embedded in the bright star clouds of the Milky Way while Messier 6 is in the dark

Sagittarius Star Cloud
The area of the Sagittarius Star Cloud, near the centre of the galaxy, which is at right just above the red nebula, Gum 70

The constellation of Centaurus and its dark lanes of nebulosity in the southern Milky Way. Alpha and Beta Centauri is visible at right, and Omega Centauri at upper right

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

Moon with Antares, Mars and Saturn over Bow River in Alberta, Canada
September 28, 2014 - The waxing crescent moon shines over the Bow River, accompanied by Saturn (just right of centre) and the pairing of Mars (at left, top) and Antares

Messier 7, the ptolemy cluster

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

Reflection nebula IC 4601 in the constellation Scorpius

Artists depiction of the constellation Scorpio the Scorpion
An artists depiction of the constellation Scorpio the Scorpion. The constellation includes several star clusters including the Butterfly Cluster and the star Antares

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

Open cluster NGC 6231, the Prawn Nebula and surroundings

Cats Paw Nebula in Scorpius
NGC 6334, Cats Paw Nebula in the constellation Scorpius

Full frame view of the Milky Way from horizon to horizon

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"Scorpius: A Celestial Wonder in the Night Sky" Gaze up at the vast expanse of stars, and you may catch a glimpse constellation, an awe-inspiring sight within the Milky Way. This optical image showcases the intricate beauty of this celestial wonder, with its distinct shape resembling a mighty scorpion poised for action. Nestled amidst the Central Milky Way, Scorpius holds a prominent place in our night sky. Known as "Scorpio, " it has captivated astronomers and stargazers alike throughout history. In fact, ancient civilizations often associated this constellation with powerful symbolism and myths. During Winter Solstice, Plate 5 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio reveals stunning details of Scorpius' formation. Its mesmerizing patterns come to life through Vit sculpin's artistic rendering, transporting us into a world beyond our reach. Beyond its celestial namesake lies another intriguing connection – sea creatures that bear resemblance to this enigmatic creature. The dyers croton or Chrozophora tinctoria boasts vibrant hues reminiscent of Scorpius' allure while Father lasher or sea scorpion (Myoxocephalus scorpius) embodies its fierce spirit beneath ocean depths. As we marvel at Myoxocephalus scorpius or Father-Lasher's existence on Earth's surface, let us not forget their distant cosmic counterpart illuminating our nightscape. Winter Solstice reminds us that even across centuries and realms, Scorpius continues to inspire wonder and ignite our curiosity about the mysteries that lie beyond our atmosphere.