IC 5070 Pelican Nebula in SHO Palette - Mosaic Detail
Saturday, May 9th, 2026 at 2:58:36 PM · 2026/Astrophotography
This is a detailed mosaic panel of IC 5070, the Pelican Nebula, processed using narrowband filters (Sulfur-II, Hydrogen-alpha, and Oxygen-III) in the SHO palette. The image reveals dramatic clouds of ionized gas in rich turquoise, amber, and burgundy hues, showcasing regions of active star formation. Dark dust lanes weave through the glowing nebulosity, creating complex structures and pillars where new stars are being born. The 2.1-hour integration captures both the delicate filamentary detail and the bold color contrasts characteristic of this emission nebula in the constellation Cygnus.
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