Bok Globules Collection

Lagoon nebula M8
Lagoon nebula. Optical image of the Lagoon nebula (M8), a large starbirth region around 30 light years across. North is at top

NGC 6523, the Lagoon Nebula
Stars, dust and gas combine to create an interstellar industrial zone of astronomical proportions. NGC 6523, also known as the Lagoon Nebula

Nebulosity in Cassiopeia showing NGC 7822 and IC 1805
Nebulosity in Cassiopeia showing NGC 7822 (above center), and IC 1805 (at left)

Nebulosity in the constellations Cassiopeia and Cepheus showing IC 1396 (at right), and IC 1805 (at left)

Snake Nebula in Ophiuchus. Very dense stars and dark nebulae litter this region of Ophiuchus in our Milky Way

Bok Globules in NGC 281. The Hubble Space Telescope has photographed dense knots of dust and gas in our Milky Way Galaxy. This cosmic dust is a concentration of elements that are responsible for

IC 2944, the Running Chicken Nebula in the Centaurus constellation

L1622, cometary globule in Orion. The Orion superbubble contains dozens of cometary globules illuminated by OB stars within the Orion OB1 association

The Dark Tower, Cometary Globule in Scorpius. Bright rimmed globules and their more evolved cousin the cometary globule represent fascinating dynamic structures formed by the interplay of cold

NGC 281, the Pacman Nebula

Widefield view of the constellation Cassiopeia with nearby deep sky objects
Widefield view of the constellation Cassiopeia showing many deep sky objects, including open clusters and nebulae

A rich region of reflection and emission nebulae in the Camaeleon constellation
A rich region of reflection and emission nebulae surrounded by brown interstellar molecular clouds in the Camaeleon constellation

NGC 3766 and the Lambda Cen Nebula in the constellation Centaurus
Open star cluster NGC 3766 and the Lambda Cen Nebula in the constellation Centaurus

The Elephants Trunk Nebula in the star cluster IC 1396
IC 1396 narrowband image showing the Elephants Trunk nebula in the constellation Cepheus

Emission Nebula NGC 281
NGC 281, an emission nebula and open cluster in the constellation Cassiopeia. The H II region NGC 281 (also known as Sharpless 184)

The birth of a star
In this artists conception, we peer through the dark dust of L1014 to witness the birth of a star. The Spitzer Space Telescope has detected a faint

IC 1396, the Elephant Trunk Nebula

Cometary Globules CG 30 / 31 / 38 in the constellations Vela and Puppis
Cometary Globules CG 30/31/38 in the constellations Vela and Puppis. Bright rimmed globules and their more evolved cousin the cometary globule represent fascinating dynamic structures formed by

The Elephant Trunk Nebula, also known as IC 1396A, is a concentration of interstellar gas and dust in the IC 1396 star cluster and ionized gas region located in the Cepheus constellation

Narrowband image of Thackerays Globules and IC 2944, also known as the Running Chicken Nebula

The Ghost Nebula, vdB 141 in the constellation Cepheus
The Ghost Nebula, vdB 141, is a reflection nebula and isolated bok globule in the constellation Cepheus. Also Known as Sh2-136

IC 2944, a large H II region in the constellation of Centaurus
IC 2944, a large H II region (star forming cloud) in the southern constellation of Centaurus. The bright blue star near the center is Lambda Centauri

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"Bok Globules: Mysterious Cosmic Nurseries in the Depths of Space" In the vast expanse of our universe, hidden within breathtaking celestial landscapes like the Lagoon Nebula (M8) and NGC 6523, lies a captivating phenomenon known as Bok Globules. These enigmatic structures, found amidst nebulosity in constellations such as Cassiopeia and Cepheus, have fascinated astronomers for decades. One remarkable example is NGC 7822 and IC 1805, where these globules emerge from the cosmic mist like delicate cocoons nurturing new stars. Another awe-inspiring sight can be witnessed in Ophiuchus' Snake Nebula, where Bok Globules stand out against a backdrop of stellar beauty. NGC 281, famously called the Pacman Nebula due to its uncanny resemblance to the iconic video game character, showcases an array that seem to guard its luminous heart. The Elephant Trunk Nebula further captivates stargazers with elongated tendrils reaching towards distant galaxies. IC 2944 or "The Running Chicken Nebula" presents yet another spectacle with Bok Globules scattered across its starry canvas. Among them stands NGC 281 once again - a testament to their prevalence throughout space. Even Orion's dark embrace holds secrets within L1622 - a cometary globule that defies explanation. Herein lies one more piece of evidence supporting their existence beyond imagination and can not mere anomalies; they represent potential stellar nurseries waiting patiently for gravity's gentle touch to ignite new life among twinkling constellations. As we continue exploring these mesmerizing formations through advanced telescopes and scientific curiosity, we inch closer to unraveling their mysteries while marveling at nature's artistic prowess on display in our boundless cosmos.