Diffuse Nebula
NGC 1977
Orion
5H 35.5m -4° 52'

Magnitude: 6.3
Size: 20' × 10'
Distance: 1,500 light-years

Skill Level
This is a bright and compact nebula, easily captured by beginners.

Recommended Equipment
A rich-field Newtonian is an excellent scope for capturing this object.

A small refractor is also appropriate. Wide shots of M42 sometimes include this nebula.

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