Nebula
Hubble's Variable Nebula
Nebula · C46 · NGC 2261
Nebula in Monoceros
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NGC 2261 is a variable nebula located in the constellation Monoceros. The nebula is illuminated by the star R Monocerotis, which is not directly visible itself.
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Key facts
Distance
~2,500 light-years
Apparent size
2.0′ × 1.0′
Catalogue
C46 · NGC 2261
Did you know
- Listed as Caldwell 46 in the Caldwell catalogue, also known as NGC 2261.
- Found in the constellation Monoceros.
