The star-forming cloud RCW 34 in the constellation of Vela
This chart shows the constellation of Vela (The Sails) in the southern skies. All stars visible to the naked eye on a clear dark night are shown and the position of the star-forming cloud RCW 34 is marked. The glow is hard to see in small telescopes although the brighter stars in this rich field can be easily spotted.
Credit:ESO, IAU and Sky & Telescope
About the Image
| Id: | eso1521b |
| Type: | Artwork |
| Release date: | 27 May 2015, 12:00 |
| Related releases: | eso1521 |
| Size: | 3338 x 3433 px |
About the Object
| Name: | RCW 34 |
| Type: | Unspecified : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation |
| Category: | Illustrations |
