Wizard Nebula (NGC 7380)<\/b><\/h3>\n
\u00a0If you\u2019ve ever noticed the \u201cman on the moon,\u201d you\u2019ll be glad to meet the wizard in the clouds! Clouds of cosmic gas and dust, that is. With its wispy tendrils, the Wizard Nebula cradles a young star cluster that has been forming from the material that makes up this star-forging region. These new stars have carved out a shape in the surrounding nebula that appears to be a wicked wizard\u2019s face. Can you see it? Try from the Northern Hemisphere!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.unistellar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/WizardNeb2GPJohnBradley-Large.jpeg” title_text=”WizardNeb2GPJohnBradley Large” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”65%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”RGBA(186,186,186,0.81)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Wizard Nebula imaged and processed by John Bradley.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Tarantula Nebula, residing in the Large Magellanic Cloud galaxy, might give you astronomical arachnophobia. This vast cloud of gas and dust is illuminated by the fierce light of some of the hottest and most massive new stars known to us humans. The stars’ powerful radiation clears out all but the most dense clouds and casts an eerie, spider-like silhouette against the cosmic canvas. Spot this creepy creature from the Southern Hemisphere. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.unistellar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/tarantula.jpg” alt=”Tarantula Nebula” title_text=”Tarantula Nebula” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”65%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”RGBA(186,186,186,0.81)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Tarantula Nebula, imaged by the Unistellar team.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Ghost Bush Cluster, NGC 6939, is an open star cluster located in the constellation Cepheus and is best seen from the Northern Hemisphere. It\u2019s quite an old open cluster at over 1 billion years of age, but it and its nearby neighbor – the Fireworks Galaxy – still make a striking pair.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Why is it sometimes called the Ghost Bush Cluster? Well, Halloween is for mysteries after all. Likely it was named for the stunning (but slightly spooky) plant!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.unistellar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/GhostBushMichaelDubeau.jpeg” alt=”Eagle” title_text=”GhostBushMichaelDubeau” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”65%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”RGBA(186,186,186,0.81)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Ghost Bush Cluster imaged by Unistellar observer Michel Dubeau.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The E.T. cluster, better known as the Owl Cluster, is an open cluster in the constellation Cassiopeia. Its brightest stars might remind you of the eyes of an owl, or if you\u2019ve been hanging around SETI Institute scientists, those of a certain extraterrestrial from the movie E.T. Best viewed from the Northern hemisphere. See what you think! Is it avian or other-worldly?<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.unistellar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/OwlClusterRichardBright.jpeg” title_text=”OwlClusterRichardBright” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”65%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”RGBA(186,186,186,0.81)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Owl\/E.T. Cluster imaged and processed by Richard Bright.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Mirach’s Ghost is an intriguing celestial duo located in the constellation Andromeda. This ethereal pairing consists of Mirach, the brightest star in Andromeda, and a faint, ghostly dwarf galaxy named NGC 404. Take a dark October night to gaze upon Mirach and catch a glimpse of its spectral companion! To spot it, simply use the Unistellar App to GoTo Mirach – you will see NGC 404 lurking next to the bright star it in the field of view.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.unistellar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/MirachsGhostDavidRowe.jpeg” title_text=”MirachsGhostDavidRowe” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”65%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”RGBA(186,186,186,0.81)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Mirach imaged by David Rowe. You can see the fuzzy-looking Mirach’s Ghost, NGC 404, above the star and to the left!<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n There’s plenty of other great targets to see this month, creepy or not! From the Northern Hemisphere, check out the White Rose Cluster, often called Caroline’s Rose or the Ghost Cluster. In the Southern Hemisphere you can see the Bat Nebula in the later half of the night!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”|auto|-48px|auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For more challenging targets, find these next few frightening objects! These are dimmer or more diffuse celestial sights that you may need to observe via Enhanced Vision for longer than the All-level targets if you want to experience their full, eerie effects.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”145.7px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Not all things Halloween have to be scary! NGC 7479, affectionately dubbed the Superman Galaxy due to its distinctive ‘S’ shape, is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Pegasus. This cosmic superhero showcases its stunning, nearly symmetrical spiral arms, making it a heroic sight in the night sky. Also known as the Propeller Galaxy, it’s perfect for thrill-seeking stargazers in both hemispheres.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.unistellar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/NGC7479JohnShort.jpeg” title_text=”NGC7479JohnShort” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”65%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”RGBA(186,186,186,0.81)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Superman Galaxy imaged and processed by Unistellar observer John Short.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This ghoulish nebula from the Cetus constellation is a Southern Hemisphere favorite. It\u2019s a planetary nebula, meaning it was born from a dying sun-like star \u2013 but that\u2019s not why it\u2019s called the Skull Nebula! Although somewhat faint, a bit of time on target will reveal what some see as the shape of a spooky skull or a ghostly \u201cPac-Man.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.unistellar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/skullDavidHein.jpeg” title_text=”skullDavidHein” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”65%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”RGBA(186,186,186,0.81)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Skull Nebula, imaged by Unistellar observer David Hein.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Bubble Nebula, also known as NGC 7635, is an emission nebula found in the constellation Cassiopeia. Although not traditionally terrifying, its ethereal, bubble-like appearance, formed by the stellar winds of a massive star at its center, invokes mystical ambiance fitting for October nights in the Northern Hemisphere. Perhaps they are bubbles from a cosmic cauldron!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.unistellar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Bubble-Nebula.png” title_text=”Bubble Nebula” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”65%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”RGBA(186,186,186,0.81)” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A composite image of the Bubble Nebula by the Unistellar Team.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n We encourage you to share your Halloween-time observations and join the conversation through our Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages. Don’t forget to tag @Unistellar!<\/p>\nTarantula Nebula<\/b><\/h3>\n
Ghost Bush Cluster (NGC 6939)<\/b><\/h3>\n
Owl Cluster (aka E.T. Cluster)<\/b><\/h3>\n
Mirach\u2019s Ghost <\/b><\/h3>\n
Challenge Targets<\/span>
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Superman Galaxy (NGC 7479)<\/b><\/h3>\n
Skull Nebula (NGC 246)<\/b><\/h3>\n
The Bubble Nebula (NGC 7635)<\/b><\/h3>\n