The constellation Delphinus boasts a variety of nice celestial objects, including Struve 2679, a multiple-star system that is visible during late summer and early autumn nights. It makes a small triangle.
Tag Archives: Autumn
Struve 2690 (15 Delphini): A Quaint Multiple Star System in the Dolphin’s Tail
15 Delphini, also known as Struve 2690, is a multiple-star system that is visible during late summer and autumn nights. Most observers will see a quaint pair of equally bright stars in the tail of the constellation Delphinus, but more star lurk nearby!
NGC 6811: A Smoke Ring of Stars in the Constellation Cygnus
The star cluster NGC 6811 in Cygnus has a unique dark center that some people call “The Hole in the Cluster,” making this a great target for backyard astronomers.
Struve 2841: An Attractive Yellow and Greenish Double Star in Pegasus
Nestled in the sprawling early autumn constellation of Pegasus is the pretty double star Struve 2841, also known as STF 2841 or HD 208202
NGC 559 (Caldwell 8): A Small Flying V Cluster in Cassiopeia
NGC 559, also known as Caldwall 8, is a small, dim cluster in the constellation Cassiopeia. The cluster features 6-8 brighter stars, but at a total
NGC 7635 (Caldwell 11): The Bubble Nebula
NGC 7635, also known as Caldwell 11 and the Bubble Nebula, is a beautiful emission nebula located in the constellation Cassiopeia, which is best viewed in autumn. From my backyard, I’m able to sketch the very faint nebula as a small smudge.
12 Lacertae: Crystal Blue Double
Discover 12 Lacertae, a crystal blue double star in Lacerta. The primary is a Beta Cephei variable (mag 5.16-5.28). Observations & key stats!
NGC 40: The Bow-Tie Nebula
NGC 40, also known as the Bow Tie nebula, is a somewhat dim planetary nebula in the Cepheus constellation. It’s a good target for the casual backyard observer with a moderate telescope.
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