Image Title: Perseus Star Cradle
Date image was taken: November 10, 2023
Location: Dublin Ireland
Image Description and Details: The California Nebula, designated as NGC 1499, is a large and faint emission nebula located in the constellation Perseus. This celestial object earned its name due to its resemblance to the outline of the U.S. state of California. The nebula is primarily composed of hydrogen gas that is ionized by ultraviolet radiation from nearby stars, causing it to emit light.
Equipment Details: ASKAR FRA400 72 mm f/5.6 Quintuplet Flatfield APO Scope
ZWO 2600MM Pro Camera
Skywatcher HEQ5 Mount
ZWO 7nm Ha and Oiii 3nm Chroma Filters (~5 hours Ha and ~8 of OiiI)
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