NGC 2261
Also known as Hubble's Variable Nebula, Caldwell 46, C 46
Reflection nebula in the constellation Monoceros
Key facts
- Right ascension
- 6 39 10
- Declination
- +8 ° 45 ′
- Distance
- 2,500 ly
- Apparent dimensions v
- 2 ′
- Constellation
- Monoceros
- Radius
- ~0.5 ly
- Designations
- Hubble's Variable Nebula, Caldwell 46
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NGC 2261 (also known as Hubble's Variable Nebula or Caldwell 46) is a variable nebula located in the constellation Monoceros. The nebula is illuminated by the star R Monocerotis (R Mon), which is not directly visible itself.
Observing history