Abell 6 and HFG 1

Image Title: Abell 6 and HFG 1

Copyright: Greg Meyer MD

Date image was taken: April 08, 2026

Location: Starfront Observatory, Texas

Data Acquisition Method: Personal Telescope Setup

Description and Details: HFG1 is a faint and ancient planetary nebula located in the constellation Camelopardalis, also known as the Giraffe. With an expansive diameter of over one light-year, HFG1 is the remnant of a dying star that has shed its outer layers. Due to its age, it is relatively diffuse and faint.ion. At its core, is a white dwarf and a companion star, which produces a prominent wake as the system moves through space.
Lower left is Abell 6 is another planetary nebula. Like HFG1, it is located in Camelopardalis, though it is visually smaller and slightly younger. Abell 6 is known for its spherical structure and distinct shell of ionized gas.
Espirt 120mm, QHY268M, Ioptron CEM70 mt.
HaORGB 51 total integration.

Name: Greg Meyer

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