NGC 1977: The Running Man Nebula

NGC 1977: The Running Man Nebula

This reflection nebula, commonly known as the Running Man Nebula, is located about 1500 lightyears away next to the famous Orion Nebula.

This image was taken as part of Advanced Observing Program (AOP) program at Kitt Peak Visitor Center during 2014.

Credit:

KPNO/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA/Peter Spokes/Adam Block

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About the Image

Id:noao-n1977spokes
Type:Observation
Release date:June 9, 2014, 7:54 a.m.
Size:1525 x 1025 px

About the Object

Name:NGC 1977
Constellation:Orion
Category:Nebulae

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Coordinates

ObjectValue
Position (RA):5 35 11.90
Position (Dec):-4° 47' 58.00"
Field of view:17.76 x 11.96 arcminutes
Orientation:North is 9.6° left of vertical
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Colors & filters

BandWave-lengthTele-scope
Optical
B		438 nmVisitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory
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Optical
G		475 nmVisitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory
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Optical
R		625 nmVisitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory
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Optical
Broad Band		555 nmVisitor Center Roll off Roof Observatory
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