- H305 minutes (61 frames)
- O305 minutes (61 frames)
- S290 minutes (58 frames)
The Bat Nebula (NGC 6995) is a fascinating astronomical object located in the eastern part of the Veil Nebula, which is the remnant of a supernova explosion. Located about 1,400 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus, the object is part of a larger supernova remnant known as the Cyclonic Loop or the Veil Nebula.
The Bat Nebula is small, measuring about 0.5 degrees on the celestial sphere, which is roughly the diameter of the Moon. While the entire Veil Nebula covers an area of about three degrees, NGC 6995 stands out for its unique shape, reminiscent of the silhouette of a bat. This phenomenon is caused by an expanding cloud of gas and dust that was formed by a supernova, a massive star that exploded between 5,000 and 10,000 years ago.
The Cyclonic Loop is a large structure that includes several different regions, each with its own atmosphere and chemical composition. The Bat Nebula is part of this massive cosmic formation, which is also called the Veil Nebula. This cloud of thin ionized gases, illuminated by ultraviolet radiation from the remaining hot stars, produces amazing light effects.
Visually, the Bat Nebula appears as a bright, curved line that creates a shape similar to the wings of a bat. It is a scene that is sure to impress any observer, whether an amateur or a professional.
Overall, the study of the Bat Nebula and the entire Cycnus Loop provides valuable information about the process of supernova explosions, as well as the interaction of stellar remnants with interstellar gas and dust. Such studies help astronomers better understand the evolution of stars and their impact on their environment.
The Bat Nebula is not only an astronomical object, but also an object that inspires space exploration, and its image, with its vivid colors and unusual shape, remains one of the most famous in astronomical photography.
| Photo | Date | Frames | Exposure | H | O | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 01 Jun 2022 | 180 | 15:00 | 05:05 | 05:05 | 04:50 |
 | 17 Jan 2022 | 180 | 15:00 | 05:05 | 05:05 | 04:50 |
 | 28 Sep 2021 | 180 | 15:00 | 05:05 | 05:05 | 04:50 |
 | 22 Aug 2021 | 180 | 15:00 | 05:05 | 05:05 | 04:50 |
 | 05 Aug 2021 | 180 | 15:00 | 05:05 | 05:05 | 04:50 |
Visibility chart of The Bat Nebula (NGC 6995) during the day
| Date | Moon Phase | Exposure | CCD Temperature | Gain | Offset | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
- 2023ixf•
- 40 Eri•
- Abell 74•
- Artemis A868 SA•
- a Canis Minoris•
- C 2020 R4 ATLAS•
- C 2020 T2 Palomar•
- C 2021 S3 (PANSTARRS)•
- Haumea (2003 EL61)•
- HCG 68•
- HCG 92•
- IC 1318B•
- IC 1396•
- IC 1795•
- IC 1805•
- IC 1848•
- IC 1871•
- IC 3322A•
- IC 342•
- IC 4015•
- IC 405•
- IC 417•
- IC 434•
- IC 443•
- IC 4703•
- IC 5070•
- IC 5146•
- IC 63•
- M 1•
- M 101•
- M 103•
- M 109•
- M 13•
- M 15•
- M 27•
- M 3•
- M 33•
- M 42•
- M 45•
- M 5•
- M 51•
- M 57•
- M 63•
- M 64•
- M 74•
- M 76•
- M 81•
- M 82•
- M 86•
- M 87•
- M 94•
- M 97•
- NGC 147•
- NGC 1491•
- NGC 1499•
- NGC 1579•
- NGC 1961•
- NGC 2146•
- NGC 2239•
- NGC 2403•
- NGC 281•
- NGC 4236•
- NGC 4565•
- NGC 4631•
- NGC 507•
- NGC 508•
- NGC 5866•
- NGC 5907•
- NGC 6503•
- NGC 6823•
- NGC 6888•
- NGC 6946•
- NGC 6992•
- NGC 6995•
- NGC 7000•
- NGC 7023•
- NGC 7129•
- NGC 7217•
- NGC 7331•
- NGC 7380•
- NGC 7538•
- NGC 7635•
- NGC 7640•
- NGC 7822•
- NGC 891•
- NGC 896•
- NGC 925•
- PGC 54559•
- Sh2-155•
- Sh2-168•
- Sh2 103•
- Sh2 109•
- Sh2 132•
- T CrB•
- UGC 6930•
- V1405 Cas•
- Vesta A807 FA•