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Photographer:
FERNANDO MENEZES
Location of Photo:
LOCATION: Munhoz - MG - Brazil
Date/Time of photo:
DATES: 06/17/2025 to 09/15/2025
Equipment:
EQUIPMENT: Askar 203 apo triplet Askar Flattener 1.0x Full-Frame 185APO Zwo asi 6200 mm Mount Paramount MX+
Description:
The Dragons of Ara Nebula is a striking emission region located in the constellation Ara (The Altar). Characterized by complex filamentary structures and strong emission in hydrogen-alpha (Hα) and oxygen-III (OIII), the nebula reveals turbulent gas clouds shaped by stellar winds and radiation from massive nearby stars. Its morphology, reminiscent of two opposing dragon-like figures, highlights the dynamic processes of star formation and ionization within interstellar clouds. Narrowband imaging provides a detailed view of its structure, making it a remarkable target for both scientific investigation and astrophotography. Frames : 1) 94H 1000" 2) 82 O 1000" 3) 73 S 1000" 4) 85 R 10" (Stars) 5) 86 G 10" (Stars) 7) 79 B 10" (Stars) Total: 72 hours aprox
Website:
https://app.astrobin.com/u/Fernando_Menezes?i=z2v7br#gallery
