Sh2-129 / Flying Bat Nebula
| Name | Flying Bat Nebula |
| Designation(s) | Sh2-129 |
| Object Type(s) | Emission Nebula |
| Relevant Catalog(s) | All (Chron), Sharpless |
| Obs. Lat/Long | 42° 17', 073° 57' |
| Date and Time Observed | 2023-10-23 17:30:00 |
| Instrument | 8" EdgeHD SCT |
| Camera | ASI294mc-Pro |
| Image Details | Up is 89.6 degrees E of N. Total integration time was 60m. Exposures 30s@305g, l-eNhance Filter. Darks subtracted, no flats. . |
| Description | This is a very challenging target, especially as I was hoping to see the "squid". Subsequently learned mostly imaged by narrow band observers with an Ha filter. Almost impossible to image on a moonlit night, which this was, with an OSC camera. Some day will try again. The "flying bat" is there, although I think I prefer the Springbok nebula. The right wing looks exactly like the Springbok logo. They went on to win the 2023 Rugby World Cup, so perhaps an omen. |
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