Barnard 59, a dark nebula in the constellation of Ophiuchus
This chart shows the location of Barnard 59 in the constellation of Ophiuchus (The Serpent Bearer). This map shows most of the stars visible to the unaided eye under good conditions, and Barnard 59 itself is highlighted with a red circle on the image. This dark nebula is part of the Pipe Nebula, which appears as a dark feature in the Milky Way and can be seen well with the unaided eye under good conditions.
Credit:ESO, IAU and Sky & Telescope
About the Image
Id: | eso1233b |
Type: | Chart |
Release date: | 15 August 2012, 12:00 |
Related releases: | eso1916, eso1233 |
Size: | 3338 x 4226 px |
About the Object
Name: | Barnard 59, Constellation Chart, Ophiuchus, Pipe Nebula |
Type: | Milky Way : Nebula : Appearance : Dark Unspecified : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation |
Distance: | 600 light years |
Category: | Illustrations |
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