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Running Chicken IC2944
IC 2944 Nebula
Also known as the Running Chicken Nebula or the λ(Lambda) Centauri Nebula, is an open cluster with an associated emission nebula found in the constellation Centaurus, near the star λ Centauri. It features Bok globules, which are frequently a site of active star formation.
Distance to Earth: 6,523 light years
Magnitude: 4.5
Radius: 70.999 light years
Constellation: Centaurus
Apparent magnitude (V): 4.5
Notable features: open cluster with nebulosity, Bok globules
Scope Orion Eon110ED
Camera QHY 268c
Mount Losmandy G11
1hr 33 min in 3 minute subs no darks
date 21/02/2021 between 8 and 11pm seeing average
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