Westbrook Nebula
The Westbrook Nebula is a bipolar protoplanetary nebula located between 2,900 and 5,500 light-years away in the northern constellation Auriga (the Charioteer). It is classified… Read More »Westbrook Nebula
Auriga
Auriga’s Hexagon
Auriga’s hexagon is a bright, prominent asterism formed by the brightest stars of Auriga – Capella, Menkalinan, Mahasim, Hassaleh, and Almaaz – with Elnath, the… Read More »Auriga’s Hexagon
Tadpole Nebula (IC 410)
The Tadpole Nebula (IC 410) is an H II region located approximately 12,400 light-years away in the northern constellation Auriga. It is associated with the… Read More »Tadpole Nebula (IC 410)
Flaming Star Nebula (IC 405)
The Flaming Star Nebula (IC 405) is an emission and reflection nebula located approximately 1,500 light-years away in the northern constellation Auriga. The nebula surrounds… Read More »Flaming Star Nebula (IC 405)
Capella
Capella, also known as Alpha Aurigae or the Goat Star, is the brightest star in Auriga and the sixth brightest star in the sky. The… Read More »Capella