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Date 2009 |
Location Cherry Springs PA |
Software MaxIm DL, Images Plus |
Mount Tak EM400 |
Guide STL-11000M |
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Optic Tak TOA-150 w/ flattener |
Camera STL-11000M |
Filter Astrodon R-G-B |
Exposure RGB 1x1 |
Process Photoshop CS4 |
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The Pelican Nebula in Cygnus- IC 5070
This beautiful bird reminds me more of a Pterodactyl than a Pelican. Sight the bright blue star at upper left, then over slightly to his round, black eye. You should then see his pointy head and long beak. The companion of the North American Nebula- NGC 7000, they are both located just off Deneb, the tail star of Cygnus the Swan. The Pelican is a classic example of Hydrogen alpha emission nebulae which are active star forming regions. Note the interesting dusky lanes. Many thanks to my friend Anthony Davoli of ADM astro-accessories for allowing me to process the data! Click the image for a larger version or return to the Gallery