IC2169

IC 2169 is a large reflection nebula in the constellation Unicornus. It forms one of the central regions of the association of massive stars known as Monoceros R1. It is located in the northern part of the constellation, on the border with Orion and west of the Cone Nebula and the "Christmas Tree" cluster; It can be observed with a powerful amateur telescope equipped with filters, while in photographs it appears large. The most auspicious period for its observation in the evening sky falls in the months between December and April; Due to its declination close to the celestial equator, the cloud can be observed from all populated areas of the Earth, although observatories located at northern latitudes have a slight advantage.