Toby Jug Nebula (IC 2220)
Toby Jug Nebula (IC 2220) is a reflection nebula in the constellation Carina, 5.0′ across.
A reflection nebula in Carina, about 5′ across.
When and where to see it
It is best placed in the evening sky around February, when it crosses the meridian at about 10 pm local time (around midnight in January). It can be seen from everywhere south of 31°N and never sets south of 31°S.
At its highest it stands below the horizon from 50°N, below the horizon from 35°N, 31° up from the equator, 66° up from 35°S.
Facts
- Type
- Reflection nebula
- Constellation
- Carina
- Designations
- IC 2220
- Apparent size
- 5.0′
- Position
- RA 7h 56.8m, Dec −59° 8′ (J2000)
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