Location of the Cone Nebula in the constellation of Monoceros

A chart, sketch showing the location of the Cone Nebula in the constellation Monoceros, circled in red. A line connecting the stars in the Monoceros constellation has been drawn, and the Cone Nebula can be found at the highest-most tip of the constellation.

This chart shows the location of the Cone Nebula in the constellation Monoceros (The Unicorn), in red. The map shows most of the stars visible to the unaided eye under good conditions.

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About the Image

Id:eso2215b
Type:Chart
Release date:10 November 2022, 14:00
Related releases:eso2215
Size:3338 x 3338 px

About the Object

Name:Cone Nebula
Type:Unspecified : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation
Category:Illustrations

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