The star formation region Messier 8 in the constellation of Sagittarius
This chart shows the location of the star formation region Messier 8, also known as the Lagoon Nebula, within the constellation of Sagittarius (the Archer). This map shows most of the stars visible to the unaided eye under good conditions and Messier 8 itself is highlighted with a red circle on the image. This bright object is visible to the unaided eye as a small patch in the heart of the Milky Way and is an impressive sight in moderate-sized amateur telescopes.
Credit:ESO, IAU and Sky & Telescope
About the Image
| Id: | eso1101c |
| Type: | Chart |
| Release date: | 5 January 2011, 12:00 |
| Related releases: | eso1403, eso1101 |
| Size: | 3338 x 4302 px |
About the Object
| Name: | Lagoon Nebula, Messier 8 |
| Type: | Milky Way : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation Milky Way : Nebula : Type : Star Formation |
| Distance: | 5000 light years |
| Category: | Illustrations |
