IC 447 is a reflection nebula located in the constellation Monoceros. A reflection nebula is a cloud of dust and gas that reflects the light of nearby stars, giving it a glowing appearance. IC 447 is thought to be illuminated by the light of the young, hot star HD 45677, which is located near the center of the nebula.

An interesting feature of IC 447 is that it contains a number of protostars, which are stars that are still in the process of forming. The presence of these protostars suggests that IC 447 is an active site of star formation.