The Tarantula Nebula: a composite image produced by Rob Gendler from data provided by the European Southern Observatory and the Hubble Space Telescope. It is a star-forming nebula -- a region of gas and dust, lit up by the light of newly-born stars inside.

Amazing star-forming region, the Tarantula #Nebula, 160,000 lightyears away & 600 lightyears wide. Another great composite image produced by noted amateur astronomer #RobGendler. Massive, luminous baby stars help it to glow.
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Stunning high-resolution image of a full moon captured on December 22, 1999, by Rob Gendler. This was the last full moon of the Y1.9Ks, coinciding with the winter solstice and lunar perigee. The image showcases the moon's craters and texture in exquisite detail.

Astronomy Picture from 13/01/2000

A Skygazer's Full Moon

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap000113.html


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