Sh2-96, a lesser-known gem in the night sky, is an emission nebula that emanates a subtle yet mesmerizing glow. Nestled amidst the tapestry of stars, it remains hidden from casual view, inviting dedicated observers to uncover its secrets. Within its gossamer threads of gas and dust, stars are being born, their radiant energy sculpting the surrounding nebulous material. Like a cosmic cradle, Sh2-96 nurtures the formation of celestial offspring, unseen by many but holding the promise of new stellar wonders yet to be unveiled.

Image Description and Details : I captured this image over three consecutive clear nights from my backyard observatory using my Esprit 100ED and ASI2600mm Pro camera with 6nm Astronomik SHO filters. Just over 15 hours of integration time using 300 second subs provided the wonderful detail surrounding this famous target.

Copyright: David Jenkins