LDN 1235, the Shark Nebula, in Cepheus (~650 ly). Dark dust silhouetted against the Milky Way with a hint of blue reflection near the head (vdB 149/150).

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Stunning image of the Shark Nebula (LDN 1235), a vast interstellar cloud of gas and dust in the constellation Cepheus. This nebula, spanning 15 light-years, showcases intricate structures carved by massive stars, with glowing red hydrogen gas and dark dust lanes resembling cigarette smoke. The image highlights the beauty and complexity of star formation. Credit: Timothy Martin.

Astronomy Picture from 18/03/2025

LDN 1235: The Shark Nebula

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap250318.html


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Capture with an EdgeHD 9.25” Hyperstar, ASIAir, Eq6-r

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LDN 1235, the Shark Nebula. Imaged with a Redcat 71, ZWO 533 camera, UVIR filter, processed with Pixinsight. www.earthmuffinphotography.com
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