Stunning image of the M6 open star cluster, also known as NGC 6405, resembling a butterfly in the constellation Scorpius. This cluster, approximately 20 light-years across and 2,000 light-years away, is composed of young, blue stars, with a prominent orange star. The image shows the cluster contrasted against a backdrop of rich, reddish nebulae and countless stars.

Astronomy Picture from 03/09/2014

M6: The Butterfly Cluster

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap140903.html


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