M27 is known as the Dumbbell Nebula or the Apple Core Nebula.
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The Dumbbell Nebula
Death star. When an average G-type star like our Sun grows old, it uses up all its hydrogen, begins burning … More
The Dumbbell Nebula
M27 – the Dumbbell is a prominent planetary nebula in Vulpecula and was the first to be discovered, in 1764. It … More
The Dumbbell
This planetary nebula, the Dumbbell, is a fairly easy target in my 8″ telescope. Even on a Moonlit public night … More
Two Nebulae, A Galaxy And A Comet
A night out in the field with some photos to prove it!