IC434 - The Horsehead Nebula
Credits: Keith Turnecliff, Long Itchington
The Horsehead Nebula is a small dark nebula in the constellation of Orion.
Bright spots in the Horsehead Nebula's base are young stars just in the process of forming.
Facts about IC434 by Keith Turnecliff
Only 10% of astronomers have seen the Horsehead Nebula.
Credits: Image courtesy of Starry Night Pro Plus 8, researched and implemented by Keith Turnecliff.