M20

Updated: 6.29.02

M20, otherwise known as the Trifid Nebula for its 3 divided sections, resides in the constellation of Sagittarius. It is nearby to the other well-known nebula, the Lagoon (M8). This shot was taken at the CFAS dark site.

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Image info:

12"LX200

Milburn Wedge

Starlight Express
MX7C

1x10

f/3.3 FR

Astroart

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4.21.01

CFAS site