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Catalogue and alternative designations

Ngc7000, North American Nebula

Type Emission Nebula
Position 20 58.8, +44 20
Constellation Cygnus
Camera and Telescope QSI 583 WSG, 20cm Maksutov Newtonian courtesy Dean Salman
Focal Ratio F4
Exposure Details HaRGB 200:150:130:130 with Astrodon series 2 filters
Description This is a large area of emission nebulosity about 3 degrees east of Deneb.  This image shows the "Mexico" region which is one of the most detailed areas.  This nebula is visible to southern observers but very low down in the north.