Lobster Claw Nebula
Sh2-157 · emission nebula · Cassiopeia
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Emission nebula in Cassiopeia with a pincer-shaped outline; pairs well with the nearby bubble NGC 7635 in a wide field.
| Vis magnitude | — |
|---|---|
| Apparent size | 60×50′ (major 0.6e2′) |
| RA / Dec (J2000) | 23.2670h / 60.4700° |
| Altitude / Azimuth | 10.7° / 9.6° |
| Rise · Transit · Set | (circumpolar) · 07:44 · (circumpolar) |
| Transit altitude | 68.5° |
| Above-min interval | all night |
| Suitability | both — RedCat: fits comfortably; MiniCat: fits comfortably |
| Source | curated |