The Blue Horsehead Nebula (cataloged as IC 4592) is a striking reflection nebula located in the constellation Scorpius. Situated approximately 400 to 420 light-years away, it gets its vivid blue coloration and horse-like appearance from the bright star system Nu Scorpii.
Telescope: Sky-Watcher Esprit 120 ED Pro Reducer: Riccardi 0.75Ă— Field Reducer Camera: ZWO ASI2600MM Pro Mount: ZWO AM5 Harmonic Drive Filters: Antlia LRGB Location: AstroCamp, Nerpio, Albacete, Spain Sky Quality: Bortle 1