The Eastern Veil Nebula is part of the larger Veil Nebula Supernova complex. It is the remnants of a super-massive star that blew up as a supernova an estimated 5 to 8 thousand years ago. What you're seeing is part of the shock-wave that is still expanding today.
Photographer: Jason Betzner
Edition: 1/1
Genre: Astrophotography
Year Created: 2023
License: Extended Editorial