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Deep Sky

M97: The Owl Nebula

The Owl Nebula formed when a dying star expelled its outer layers into space. The circular shape and darker inner regions create the appearance of owl-like eyes.

Where It Is in the Sky

This static sky map gives a general idea of where to find this target. The exact position changes based on your location, date, and time.

Sky map for The Owl Nebula

What to Notice

Planetary nebulae are usually small targets, so longer exposure and accurate focus help bring out more detail.

The Owl Nebula photo

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