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Tag Archives: Cr 84

Monkey Head Nebula (NGC 2174): Orion’s Hidden Face

Red glow of Monkey Head Nebula

Explore the Monkey Head Nebula (NGC 2174) in Orion—its glowing red gas, newborn stars, discovery history, and tips for observing this hidden winter deep-sky object.

Posted byWayne McGrawMarch 18, 2026Posted inNebulas, Star Clusters, Top ObjectTags:Astronomy, Astrophotography, Cr 84, NGC 2024, NGC 2174, NGC 2175, Orion, Seestar S50, Sh 2-252, Sharpless 2-252, WinterLeave a comment on Monkey Head Nebula (NGC 2174): Orion’s Hidden Face

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