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Halo of the Cat's Eye
The Cat's Eye Nebula is a planetary nebula, a star like our Sun nearing the end of its life. While the central region is bright and well-studied, this image focuses on the outer halo. This halo spans over three light-years across, but astronomers are still unsure what created its intricate structure.
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Released on your day
Space pictures released on your month and day in other years, or a few days either side. Each one is sharp enough to print as a poster.
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Released on 16 April 2010 IC 1795 See it as a poster -
Released on 16 April 2024 Filaments of the Vela Supernova Remnant See it as a poster -
Released on 16 April 2012 The Eagle Nebula from Kitt Peak See it as a poster -
Released on 16 April 2018 Approaching the Universe’s origins See it as a poster -
Released on 16 April 2009 Galaxy cluster MACS J0717 See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 16 APR 2025 falls under Aries (♈). The sign's window runs from 03-21 through 04-19. Aries is the constellation traditionally tied to spring's arrival in the northern hemisphere. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 16 APR 2025.