Observation by Mike Harlow: McNeil's Variable Nebula

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Mike Harlow

Observer

Mike Harlow

Observed

2025 Aug 31 - 18:40

Uploaded

2025 Sep 01 - 06:36

Objects

McNeil's variable nebula
M78

Equipment

iTelescope T32

Exposure

5 x 120 seconds

Location

Siding Spring, Australia

Target name

McNeil's variable nebula

Title

McNeil's Variable Nebula

About this image

My annual check on McNeil's variable nebula, now seven years since it faded from view.

Only a faint smudge at the location of the nebula so it's not back yet...

Imaged with iTelescope T32 in Australia and shown at 30% original size.

Files associated with this observation

McNeil_20250901_t32_5x120_30pc.jpg (452.3 kB)

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