The location of the reflection nebula IC 2631 in the constellation of Chameleon

This chart of the faint southern constellation of Chameleon (The Chameleon) shows most stars visible on a clear and dark night. The location of the reflection nebula IC 2631 around the young star HD 97300 is marked. Although the star can be seen in a small telescope, the surrounding nebula is too faint to be easily perceived, and shows itself best in photographs.

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ESO/IAU and Sky & Telescope

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Id:eso1605b
Type:Artwork
Release date:10 February 2016, 12:00
Related releases:eso1605
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Type:Unspecified : Nebula
Category:Illustrations

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