A stunning telescopic image of NGC 2264 in the Monoceros constellation, showcasing vibrant red emission nebulae, blue reflection nebulae, and the Christmas Tree star cluster. The image features the Fox Fur Nebula and the Cone Nebula, with the bright variable star S Monocerotis near the center. This cosmic landscape is approximately 2,700 light-years away and spans 40 light-years.
Astronomy Picture from 07/02/2019
Fox Fur, Unicorn, and Christmas Tree
Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap190207.html
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