Cosmic baboon rampages through deep space in gorgeous new nebula photo

image via Space.com

October 9, 2025, 9:00 PM

• •Meyer captured the 'Rampaging Baboon Nebula' using an Esprit 120mm telescope and a QHY 268M astronomy camera.
• •The nebula's shape resembles a baboon's face.
• •The image required 16.5 hours of observation time.
• •The article provides resources for those interested in astrophotography.

Astrophotographer Greg Meyer captured a stunning image of a nebula resembling a baboon, dubbed the 'Rampaging Baboon Nebula', located 500 light-years away. The image, formed by molecular dust and blue reflection nebulas, was taken over 13 nights using specific equipment and required 16.5 hours of observation. Meyer edited the image using Photoshop, Lightroom, and Pixinsight, enhancing the faint oxygen details. The article encourages readers to explore astrophotography and provides resources for further learning.

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