Cygnus Loop

The Cygnus Loop is a large supernova remnant in the constellation Cygnus, resulting from a massive star explosion about 10,000 years ago. It encompasses the Veil Nebula.

Source: nasa.gov

APODs including "Cygnus Loop"

Veil Nebula: Wisps of an Ancient Supernova

02/06/2025

Fleming's Triangular Wisp

21/11/2023

Supernova Remnant: The Veil Nebula

22/06/2022

Fleming's Triangular Wisp

27/07/2021

Veil Nebula: Wisps of an Exploded Star

05/04/2021

Filaments of the Cygnus Loop

28/09/2020

The X-Ray Sky from eROSITA

23/06/2020