Observation Notes
Pelican Nebula
The Pelican Nebula is an H II region associated with the North America Nebula in the constellation of Cygnus.
Pelican Nebula
The Pelican Nebula is an H II region associated with the North America Nebula in the constellation of Cygnus.
*Pelican Nebula from Everett Quebral's AstroBin gallery*
*View on AstroBin: [https://app.astrobin.com/i/313373](https://app.astrobin.com/i/313373)*
About Pelican Nebula
The Pelican Nebula is an H II region associated with the North America Nebula in the constellation of Cygnus. The gaseous contortions of this emission nebula bear a resemblance to a pelican, giving rise to its name. The Pelican Nebula is located nearby first magnitude star Deneb, and is divided from its more prominent neighbour, the North America Nebula, by a foreground molecular cloud filled with dark dust. Both are part of the larger H II region of Westerhout 40.
Learn more on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pelican_Nebula
Imaging
Equipment Versatility
Beginner: DSLR/mirrorless + short lens, simple tracking or tripod.
Intermediate: Small refractor on EQ mount, dedicated astro camera.
Advanced: Larger aperture, precise guiding, mono camera + filters.