Date 2009	Location Cherry Springs PA	Software MaxIm DL, Images Plus	Mount Tak EM400	Guide STL-11000M
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 IC 5070 in Cygnus

is a beautiful bird which 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!  Return to the Gallery