The Seagull Nebula in Monoceros | Kitt Peak National Observatory

The Seagull Nebula in Monoceros | Kitt Peak National Observatory

The Seagull Nebula (also called Gum 1 and IC 2177) is located in the constellation Monoceros. It is estimated to be 3,800 light years away. 

This image was taken as part of Advanced Observing Program (AOP) program during 2014 at Kitt Peak Visitor Center.

Credit: KPNO/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA/Adam Block

Release Date: June 6, 2014

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