APOD: 2026 September 21 - Cocoon Nebula Wide Field - NASA Science

Out of this world image show Cocoon Nebula

NASA's captures a stunning image of the Cocoon Nebula wide field in Cygnus. The crowded starfield spans over two degrees in the high-flying constellation of the Swan, drawing the eye to the Cocoon Nebula.

APOD: 2026 September 21 - Cocoon Nebula Wide Field - NASA Science

APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 September 21 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss   APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. Cocoon Nebula Wide Field Explanation: When does a nebula look like a comet? In t…