The Horsehead in Hydrogen Light (IC 434)
Image Title: Ic 434 The Horsehead nebula
Copyright: Clément Daniel
Date image was taken: December 26, 2025
Location: Pleine-Fougères, Brittany
Data Acquisition Method: Personal Telescope Setup
Description and Details: IC 434, or the Horsehead Nebula in Ha-RGB
It is located in the famous constellation Orion at a distance of approximately 1,300–1,400 light-years.
It features areas of hydrogen-alpha emission as well as areas of dark nebulosity. The Flame Nebula can be seen in the lower left of the image, recognizable by its yellow color and flamboyant appearance.
It was discovered in 1888 by Williamina Fleming, an astronomer working at the Harvard Observatory.
Equipment :
Ts Optic Hypergraph carbon f2.8
Skywatcher EQ6-R-PRO
Zwo Asi 2600Mc Duo
Zwo Asiair Plus
Zwo CAA
Filter: Idas NBZ 2"
Exifs:
RGB: 54x300s gain 100 f/2.8 -20°C
Ha: 59x600s gain 100 f/2.8 -20°C
Total: 14h20
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Name: Clément DANIEL
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