SH2-308 Dolphin Head Nebula

Image Title: SH2-308 Dolphin Head Nebula in Narrowband Foraxx HOO

Copyright: Capturing Ancient Photons

Date image was taken: November 26, 2024

Location (was image taken with remote scope?): Perth, Western Australia

Image Description and Details: It's been a while since I've imaged one of my all-time favourite targets, SH2-308 or the Dolphin Head Nebula. This celestial marvel, nestled within the constellation Canis Major, is a testament to the universe's awe-inspiring beauty and the transient nature of stellar evolution. The nebula's distinctive bubble-like shape, reminiscent of a dolphin's head, is sculpted by the powerful stellar winds of the central Wolf-Rayet star, EZ Canis Majoris. This massive star, nearing the end of its life, sheds its outer layers, creating a breathtaking display of ionized hydrogen gas that glows with a vibrant hue.

Equipment Details: Imaging Telescope
Sky-Watcher Quattro 250P / 10-S
Imaging Camera
ZWO ASI2600MM Pro
Mount
Sky-Watcher NEQ6-Pro
Filters
Antlia 3nm Narrowband H-alpha 36 mm · Antlia 3nm Narrowband Oxygen III 36 mm · Antlia V-Pro Blue 36 mm · Antlia V-Pro Green 36 mm · Antlia V-Pro Red 36 mm
Accessories
Sky-Watcher Quattro Coma Corrector · Starpoint Australis SP3 EAF · ZWO EFW 7 x 36mm

Name: Carlos Taylor

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