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Seagull Nebula

The Seagull Nebula (IC 2177) is an extensive emission and reflection nebula in the constellation Monoceros, spanning roughly 200–240 light‑years. Illuminated by embedded massive stars—such as HD 53367 at its head—it forms a shape resembling a seagull in flight and lies about 3,800 light‑years from Earth.

Source: nasa.gov

APODs including "Seagull Nebula"

The Seagull Nebula

The Seagull Nebula

26/06/2025

The Seagull Nebula

The Seagull Nebula

13/03/2024

Seagull Nebula over Pinnacles' Peak

Seagull Nebula over Pinnacles' Peak

21/02/2024

Deep Nebulas: From Seagull to California

Deep Nebulas: From Seagull to California

23/01/2024

The Seagull Nebula

The Seagull Nebula

19/01/2023

Meteor, Comet, and Seagull (Nebula)

Meteor, Comet, and Seagull (Nebula)

21/10/2018