#ReflectionNebula

StellarSnap

@stellarsnap.bsky.social

8 months ago

A deep-space image of the Trifid Nebula (M20), a vibrant and complex star-forming region. The nebula shows bright red emission areas, blue reflection zones, and dark dust lanes. The red region is roughly divided into three parts by dark clouds, giving the nebula its “trifid” name. Above and to the right, sculpted pillars and jets shaped by young stars are visible. The entire nebula spans about the size of a full moon in Earth’s sky and is surrounded by faint stars against the backdrop of the Milky Way.

📸 A Beautiful Trifid

📅 APOD – July 9, 2025
📷 Credit: Alessandro Cipolat Bares

#APOD #TrifidNebula #M20 #Nebula #Astronomy #Space #Astrophotography #Cosmos #Stars #ReflectionNebula #EmissionNebula #DarkNebula #StarFormation #Sagittarius #DeepSky #NightSky #StellarNursery #Hubble #StellarSnap

StellarSnap

@stellarsnap.bsky.social

8 months ago

A wide-field image showing a sprawling red and orange nebula shaped like a flying bird, known as the Seagull Nebula. The bright "head" region, IC 2177, glows near the center left, lit by a massive embedded star. A faint bluish arc near the lower right marks a bow shock created by the fast-moving star FN Canis Majoris. The background is filled with dense starfields and dark dust clouds, all set against the bright glow of hydrogen gas in the plane of the Milky Way.

📸 The Seagull Nebula
📅 June 26, 2025
📷 Timothy Martin

#SeagullNebula #IC2177 #CanisMajor #Nebula #DeepSky #FNCanisMajoris #StarFormation #BowShock #EmissionNebula #ReflectionNebula #MilkyWay #WideField #StellarSnap #Astrophotography #NightSky #APOD #Astronomy #CosmicClouds #NASA

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

8 months ago

A stunning telescopic view of NGC 6726, 6727, and IC 4812 reflection nebulae in Corona Australis. Blue dust clouds illuminate the region, reflecting the light from bright blue stars. The image shows young stars forming within the nebulae, along with Herbig-Haro objects, created by outflows from newborn stars. The vastness of space is emphasized by the backdrop of distant Milky Way stars.

Astronomy Picture from 18/10/2017

Stars and Dust in Corona Australis

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap171018.html


#CosmicDust #Nebulae #StarBirth #SouthernCrown #NGC6726 #Astronomy #Space #MilkyWay #ReflectionNebula #AstroPhotography #DeepSpace #HerbigHaro

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

8 months ago

A stunning image of the Witch Head Nebula (IC 2118), a reflection nebula illuminated by the bright star Rigel in the constellation Orion. The nebula's eerie, witch-like shape is strikingly visible against the backdrop of countless stars. The blue hues are a result of dust scattering blue light more efficiently than red, a phenomenon similar to why Earth's sky appears blue. The image showcases the beauty and mystery of deep space.

Astronomy Picture from 30/10/2015

The Witch Head Nebula

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap151030.html


#WitchHeadNebula #IC2118 #ReflectionNebula #CosmicCrone #Rigel #Orion #SpaceDust #InterstellarCloud #Astronomy #AstroPhotography #Space #Nebula #Cosmos #Starlight #DeepSpace

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

Stunning image of NGC 1435, a reflection nebula surrounding the star Merope in the Pleiades star cluster. The nebula's blue hue is due to blue light scattering more effectively off carbon dust grains than red light. The brightness is determined by grain size, density, and the star's properties. This celestial sight showcases the beauty of interstellar dust reflecting starlight.

Astronomy Picture from 15/02/2012

Merope's Reflection Nebula

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap120215.html


#ReflectionNebula #NGC1435 #Merope #Pleiades #Astrophotography #Space #Cosmos #Astronomy #Stars #Nebula #DeepSky #BlueNebula #CosmicDust

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A stunning deep-space image reveals IC 4592, a reflection nebula near Nu Scorpii in the constellation Scorpius. The nebula's dust reflects the light of nearby stars, creating a beautiful blue hue that resembles a horse's head. A second nebula, IC 4601, is also visible. This breathtaking image showcases the vibrant colors and intricate structures of these celestial wonders.

Astronomy Picture from 26/09/2023

IC 4592: The Blue Horsehead Reflection Nebula

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap230926.html


#IC4592 #ReflectionNebula #CosmicHorse #NuScorpii #DeepSpace #Astrophotography #SpacePorn #Nebula #Astronomy #Stars #Scorpius #NightSky #AstroPhotography

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

Stunning image of reflection nebula NGC 1333 in Perseus, showcasing its blue glow from dust reflecting starlight and red jets from young stars. Hundreds of stars less than a million years old are hidden within the thick dust clouds. Captured by the Mayall 4-meter telescope at Kitt Peak. A tribute to astronomer Stephen Strom.

Astronomy Picture from 21/05/2007

In the Center of Reflection Nebula NGC 1333

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap070521.html


#NGC1333 #ReflectionNebula #StarFormation #Perseus #Astronomy #Astrophysics #Space #Nebula #Cosmology #DeepSpace #Stars #DustClouds #Mayall4meter #KittPeak

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

Stunning image of the Iris Nebula (NGC 7023), a reflection nebula in the constellation Cepheus. Its blue-hued, flower-like structure is beautifully contrasted against darker interstellar dust. The image reveals the nebula's intricate details and vibrant colors, highlighting the reflection of starlight and the faint reddish photoluminescence.

Astronomy Picture from 25/07/2024

NGC 7023: The Iris Nebula

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap240725.html


#IrisNebula #NGC7023 #CosmicFlower #ReflectionNebula #DeepSpace #Astrophotography #SpacePhotography #CepheusConstellation #Nebula #Astronomy #Space #Cosmos #Stars #Galaxy

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A breathtaking telescopic view of NGC 6914, a nebula complex in Cygnus. Reddish hydrogen emission nebulae and bluish reflection nebulae contrast against dark dust clouds, all lit by the massive stars of the Cygnus OB2 association. This image spans approximately 100 light-years, showcasing the beauty and complexity of interstellar regions in our Milky Way galaxy.

Astronomy Picture from 07/07/2022

The NGC 6914 Complex

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap220707.html


#NGC6914 #CygnusNebula #SpaceBeauty #Astrophotography #CosmicDust #Nebula #Stars #MilkyWay #HydrogenEmission #ReflectionNebula #Astronomy #Space #Cosmos #DeepSky

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A stunning deep-space image of the faint reflection nebula VdB 152 (Ced 201), nicknamed the "dusty curtain" or "ghostly apparition," in the constellation Cepheus. Located nearly 1,400 light-years away, this nebula shows a bluish hue from scattered starlight and a reddish luminescence caused by ultraviolet radiation. The image spans about 7 light-years and reveals a rich background of stars within the Milky Way.

Astronomy Picture from 31/10/2012

VdB 152: A Ghost in Cepheus

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap121031.html


#CosmicPhantom #ReflectionNebula #VdB152 #Ced201 #DeepSpace #Astrophotography #MilkyWay #Cepheus #Nebulae #Space #Astronomy #Universe #Stars #HalloweenNight

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A stunning deep-space image of the Iris Nebula (NGC 7023) in the constellation Cepheus. The nebula's vibrant blue and reddish hues are beautifully contrasted against a backdrop of countless stars and interstellar dust. The image showcases the nebula's six light-year span and complex structure, including central filaments glowing with photoluminescence.

Astronomy Picture from 06/05/2016

NGC 7023: The Iris Nebula

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap160506.html


#IrisNebula #NGC7023 #Cepheus #ReflectionNebula #SpaceFlowers #Astrophotography #CosmicBeauty #Nebula #DeepSpace #Starlight #Astronomy #Science #Universe #Cosmos

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A stunning image of the reflection nebula in Corona Australis. Flowing trails of dust, appearing bluer near bright stars, absorb and reflect light. Dense dust knots, obscuring background stars, indicate molecular clouds where new stars are forming. The nebula is approximately 500 light-years away and spans about 5 degrees.

Astronomy Picture from 02/10/2002

Star Clouds Toward the Southern Crown

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap021002.html


#CoronaAustralis #ReflectionNebula #StarFormation #MolecularCloud #DustClouds #Space #Astronomy #Cosmology #Astrophysics #Nebulae #DeepSpace #Stars #Galaxy

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A breathtaking 90-degree panorama of the Milky Way's northern disk, showcasing a digitally-mosaiced image featuring bright stars, dark dust lanes, red emission nebulae, blue reflection nebulae, and star clusters. The image hints at the presence of unseen dark matter within our galaxy.

Astronomy Picture from 30/09/2007

A Milky Way Band

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap070930.html


#MilkyWay #Galaxy #Space #Astrophotography #Nebula #Stars #Cosmos #Astronomy #DeepSpace #NightSky #StarryNight #DarkMatter #CosmicDust #EmissionNebula #ReflectionNebula

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A stunning telescopic image of NGC 6914, a complex of reflection and emission nebulae in the constellation Cygnus. The image showcases a vibrant contrast between reddish hydrogen emission nebulae and bluish reflection nebulae, silhouetted against obscuring dust clouds. The scene is sprinkled with numerous stars, creating a breathtaking view of the cosmos, approximately 100 light-years across at its estimated distance.

Astronomy Picture from 30/08/2018

The NGC 6914 Complex

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap180830.html


#NGC6914 #Cygnus #ReflectionNebula #EmissionNebula #Astrophotography #Space #Cosmos #Stars #Dust #MilkyWay #DeepSky #Astronomy #Nebula #Universe

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A breathtaking image of the Cocoon Nebula (IC 5146), a vibrant stellar nursery located 4,000 light-years away in the constellation Cygnus. This nebula showcases a stunning blend of pink, red, and teal hues, illuminated by a massive, newly formed star at its core. The star's energy creates an emission, reflection, and absorption nebula spectacle.

Astronomy Picture from 14/10/2002

IC 5146: The Cocoon Nebula

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap021014.html


#CocoonNebula #IC5146 #StellarNursery #EmissionNebula #ReflectionNebula #AbsorptionNebula #Nebula #Space #Astronomy #AstroPhotography #Cosmology #Stars #Galaxy #DeepSpace #Cygnus

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A stunning image of M78, a reflection nebula in the constellation Orion. Its eerie blue glow is highlighted by dark dust columns, which reflect the light of recently formed blue stars. M78 is part of the Orion Molecular Cloud Complex and is approximately five light-years across. This image shows M78 as it appeared 1600 years ago.

Astronomy Picture from 24/04/2000

Reflection Nebula M78

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap000424.html


#M78 #ReflectionNebula #OrionConstellation #SpaceDust #Astrophotography #Cosmology #Nebulas #DeepSpace #Astronomy #Stars #BlueGlow #NightSky

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A stunning image of the colorful and dusty sky near Antares and Rho Ophiuchi. Blue reflection nebulae are illuminated by starlight, while reddish emission nebulae are produced by ultraviolet starlight exciting gaseous clouds. Dark clouds block starlight. Antares, a red supergiant, lights up the yellow-red clouds. The Rho Ophiuchi star system is at the center of the blue reflection nebula. The globular cluster M4 is visible above and to the right of Antares. The image shows a vibrant mix of colors and textures, revealing the complexity of this star-forming region.

Astronomy Picture from 26/01/2022

Stars, Dust, and Gas Near Antares

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap220126.html


#Antares #RhoOphiuchi #Nebula #CosmicDust #Stars #Astrophotography #Space #Astronomy #EmissionNebula #ReflectionNebula #M4 #GlobularCluster #DeepSpace #NightSky #StarClouds

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A stunning image of the Cave Nebula (Sh2-155) in the Cepheus constellation. This vibrant skyscape showcases the nebula's reddish emission region, blue reflection nebulae, and the bright red fleck of Herbig-Haro 168, all set against a backdrop of countless stars within the Milky Way galaxy. The image spans approximately two full moons and reveals intricate details of star formation within a massive molecular cloud located 2,400 light-years away.

Astronomy Picture from 28/09/2018

The Light, the Dark, and the Dusty

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap180928.html


#CaveNebula #Sh2155 #Cepheus #MilkyWay #Nebula #Astrophotography #Space #Astronomy #Stars #StarFormation #DeepSpace #CosmicCave #HerbigHaro #ReflectionNebula #MolecularCloud

AstroOtus

@astrootus.bsky.social

10 months ago

Description: https://www.astrobin.com/9f7315/0/ Full resolution; https://www.astrobin.com/full/9f7315/0/ Dates: Aug. 22 - 23, 2023 Sept. 7, 2023 Frames: Optolong L-Pro 2": 307×35″(2h 59′ 5″) ISO2000 Integration: 2h 59′ 5″

🔭NGC7023-Iris Nebula🔭Is a bright reflection nebula illuminated by a +7.4 star HD 200775, located in the constellation Cepheus. The bluish light from the star is scattered off dust grains in the nebula, giving its distinctive color.
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#Astrophotography #ReflectionNebula

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

10 months ago

Stunning image of the Iris Nebula (NGC 7023) in the constellation Cepheus. This reflection nebula, 1300 light-years away, displays vibrant blue hues from starlight reflecting off dust grains, with reddish photoluminescence in central filaments. The nebula's structure resembles a flower, spanning six light-years, and contains complex carbon molecules (PAHs). Credit: R. Shepherd.

Astronomy Picture from 25/07/2024

NGC 7023: The Iris Nebula

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap240725.html


#IrisNebula #NGC7023 #Cepheus #ReflectionNebula #Space #Astronomy #AstroPhotography #CosmicFlower #Nebula #Starlight #DeepSpace #PAHs #InterstellarDust

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

10 months ago

A stunning image of M78 and NGC 2071 reflection nebulae in the Orion constellation. Eerie blue glows and dark dust columns are highlighted, showcasing the scattering of light from nearby blue stars. M78, the larger nebula on the upper right, is approximately five light-years across and part of the larger Orion Molecular Cloud Complex. This image shows M78 as it appeared 1600 years ago.

Astronomy Picture from 18/03/2008

M78 and Reflecting Dust Clouds in Orion

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap080318.html


#M78 #ReflectionNebula #OrionConstellation #NGC2071 #Space #Astronomy #AstroPhotography #Nebula #DeepSpace #Cosmos #Stars #Dust #CosmicDust #LightYears

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

11 months ago

A stunning image of a star-forming region in the Corona Australis constellation, resembling a baboon's face. The "eyes" are blue reflection nebulae (NGC 6726, 6727, 6729, and IC 4812), and the "mouth" is a red emission nebula glowing from hydrogen gas. A distant globular cluster (NGC 6723) is visible near the "head." The brown dust clouds obscure background stars, highlighting the active stellar nursery just 500 light-years away.

Astronomy Picture from 24/09/2024

NGC 6727: The Rampaging Baboon Nebula

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap240924.html


#CosmicBaboon #StarFormation #Nebula #ReflectionNebula #CoronaAustralis #DeepSpace #Astrophotography #MilkyWay #NGC6726 #NGC6727 #NGC6729 #IC4812 #Space

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

11 months ago

A stunning wide-field telescopic image showcasing the juxtaposition of reflection nebula NGC 7129 (foreground, ~3000 light-years) and open star cluster NGC 7142 (background, >6000 light-years) in the constellation Cepheus. The image highlights the nebula's reddish crescent shapes from stellar jets and the reddened light of NGC 7142 due to foreground dust. A breathtaking view of contrasting celestial objects and vast interstellar distances.

Astronomy Picture from 30/08/2019

NGC 7129 and NGC 7142

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap190830.html


#NGC7129 #NGC7142 #Cepheus #ReflectionNebula #OpenStarCluster #DeepSkyObject #Astrophotography #Space #Cosmos #Astronomy #Nebula #Stars #StarCluster #CosmicBeauty

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

11 months ago

A stunning deep-space image of the faint reflection nebula vdB 152 in the Cepheus constellation. This "dusty curtain" or "ghostly apparition," located about 1400 light-years away, shows a unique blue hue from scattered light and a reddish luminescence caused by ultraviolet radiation from a nearby star. The image spans about 7 light-years and reveals the nebula's intricate details against a backdrop of countless stars.

Astronomy Picture from 14/06/2007

vdB 152: Reflection Nebula in Cepheus

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap070614.html


#vdB152 #ReflectionNebula #CepheusConstellation #CosmicDust #MilkyWay #Astronomy #Space #DeepSky #AstroPhotography #Nebula #Stars #GhostlyApparition

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

11 months ago

A stunning image of the Ghost Nebula (VdB 141 or Sh2-136), a reflection nebula in the constellation Cepheus. The nebula's ethereal glow, spanning over two light-years, is illuminated by starlight, showcasing intricate structures resembling ghostly figures against a backdrop of countless stars. Located within the Cepheus Flare molecular cloud complex, this celestial apparition is approximately 1,200 light-years away, revealing the early stages of star formation within its dense cores.

Astronomy Picture from 26/10/2020

Reflections of the Ghost Nebula

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap201026.html


#GhostNebula #VD141 #Sh2136 #Cepheus #MilkyWay #Space #Astronomy #Nebula #StarFormation #DeepSpace #CosmicGhost #ReflectionNebula #AstroPhotography

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

11 months ago

Hubble Space Telescope image of RS Puppis, a Cepheid variable star 6,500 light-years away, surrounded by a dazzling reflection nebula. The star's pulsations create a light echo visible in the nebula, allowing astronomers to precisely measure its distance and luminosity. This contributes to a more accurate cosmic distance scale.

Astronomy Picture from 29/08/2018

Nearby Cepheid Variable RS Pup

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap180829.html


#RS_Puppis #CepheidVariable #HubbleSpaceTelescope #LightEcho #ReflectionNebula #StellarAstronomy #CosmicDistance #GalaxyDistances #Astrophotography #Space

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

11 months ago

A breathtaking image of the central region of nebula IC 4603, showcasing its striking resemblance to an impressionistic painting. The vibrant blues and reds are caused by interstellar dust reflecting and scattering starlight, creating a cosmic masterpiece. The bright star SAO 184376 illuminates the blue reflection nebula, while the red hues are due to nebular gas emissions. This stunning celestial scene is located near the bright star Antares in the constellation Ophiuchus.

Astronomy Picture from 23/07/2014

IC 4603: Reflection Nebula in Ophiuchius

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap140723.html


#CosmicArt #InterstellarDust #NebulaIC4603 #ReflectionNebula #SpacePainting #AstronomyPhotography #StarryNight #DeepSpace #Astrophotography #OphiuchusConstellation

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

11 months ago

A stunning deep telescopic image reveals the faint blue reflection nebula VdB 152 (Ced 201) nestled within the dark nebula Barnard 175 in the Cepheus constellation. The image showcases the nebula's blue hue, caused by scattered light from a nearby star, against a backdrop of countless stars in the Milky Way. This cosmic scene spans approximately 7 light-years and is located nearly 1400 light-years from Earth.

Astronomy Picture from 19/11/2011

In Wolf's Cave

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap111119.html


#VdB152 #Ced201 #ReflectionNebula #Barnard175 #WolfsCave #Cepheus #MilkyWay #Astrophotography #DeepSky #Space #Astronomy #Nebula #CosmicDust #DarkNebula

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

11 months ago

A stunning image of NGC 1333, a reflection nebula in the Perseus constellation, approximately 1000 light-years away. The image showcases the nebula's dusty blue glow, surrounded by other reflection and dark nebulae, and the faint reddish glow of hydrogen gas. This celestial scene depicts a star-forming region, with protostars hidden within the dense dust and gas clouds. The expansive view covers nearly 70 light-years across.

Astronomy Picture from 29/11/2007

Stardust in Perseus

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap071129.html


#NGC1333 #ReflectionNebula #PerseusConstellation #StarFormation #CosmicDust #Nebula #Astronomy #Space #AstroPhotography #DeepSpace #Stars #Galaxy #Astrophoto

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

11 months ago

A stunning wide-field telescopic image showcases the breathtaking juxtaposition of reflection nebula NGC 7129 and open star cluster NGC 7142 in the constellation Cepheus. Separated by only half a degree, these celestial objects reside at vastly different distances—NGC 7129 at approximately 3,000 light-years and NGC 7142 at over 6,000 light-years. The image beautifully captures the reddish crescent shapes around NGC 7129, indicative of energetic jets from newborn stars, against a backdrop of countless stars and pervasive dust clouds that redden the light from the more distant NGC 7142.

Astronomy Picture from 30/08/2019

NGC 7129 and NGC 7142

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap190830.html


#NGC7129 #NGC7142 #Cepheus #ReflectionNebula #OpenStarCluster #Astrophotography #DeepSpace #SpaceImage #Cosmology #Astronomy #Nebulae #Stars #StarClusters #CosmicDust