NGC 2237

NGC 2237

Diffuse Nebula
NGC 2237
Monoceros
6H 34.4m +4° 52'

Magnitude: 5
Size: 80' × 60'
Distance: 4,900 light-years

NGC 2237

Requires intermediate skills

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This beautiful nebula is difficult to capture because of its large size.

FebruaryBest Month
Best captured in February.
Refractors
Newtonians

Recommended Equipment
Use a short focal length refractor to capture the entire nebula.

If using a Newtonian, concentrate on the central area (or create a mosaic).

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