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IC 5070 - The Pelican Nebula

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The Pelican Nebula (IC 5070) is often seen in images along with its bigger and brighter neighbour, the North American Nebula. It stands on its own as well with lots of intricate detail. Besides a pelican, many people find that it also resembles a rabbit or a pteradactyl.

Takahashi Sky 90 at f/4.5
SBIG STL-4020M (self-guided)
Hutech LPS Filter
H-Alpha: 110 minutes (10 minute subs)
R:30, G:30, B:30 (5 minute subs)
Processed in Maxim/DL and Photoshop
Noel Carboni's Astronomy Tools Actions


HaRGB

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Takahashi Sky 90 at f/4.5
SBIG STL-4020M (self-guided)
Hutech LPS Filter
H-Alpha: 110 minutes (10 minute subs)
R:30, G:30, B:30 (5 minute subs)
Processed in Maxim/DL and Photoshop
Noel Carboni's Astronomy Tools Actions


H-Alpha

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