North America and Pelican Nebulae

North America Nebula

The North America Nebula looks likeĀ a map of North America. The nebula on the right resembles a pelican. Together, the North America and Pelican Nebulae are known as NGC 7000. This image was taken August 21, 2014. It represents a total exposure of 2 hrs 20 min, the result of 28 5-minute exposures.

 

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