NGC 2080 Ghost Head Nebula
NGC 2080, also known as the Ghost Head Nebula, is a star-forming region and emission nebula close to the Tarantula nebula, in the constellation Dorado. It belongs to the Large Magellanic Cloud. Also contains IC 2145, NGC 2052, NGC 2033, NGC 2074, NGC 2081, NGC 2050. First image after a long break.
Image Details
Camera
ASI2600MM DUO
Scope
AT12 IN
Mount
Paramount ME
Guiding
Selfguide PHD2
Exposure
H:O:S 24:24:23 5 min exposures at -10C Total 5:55
Location
Donvale
Date
2025-10-28
Coordinates
RA: 05h 40m 30s
DEC: -69° 39' 51"
DEC: -69° 39' 51"
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