North America Nebula

North America Nebula (NGC 7000)

Emission Nebula

Cygnus

~2,500 light years

6 September 2025

Brummen, Netherlands

William Optics RedCat 51

iOptron SkyTracker Pro

Canon EOS 800D

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iOptron SkyTracker Pro

139 × 60s

2h 19m

Siril, Photoshop

The North America Nebula (NGC 7000) is a large emission nebula located in the constellation Cygnus, approximately 2,500 light years from Earth. Its characteristic red glow is produced by vast clouds of hydrogen gas energized by nearby hot stars, creating the familiar outline that resembles the North American continent.