A pair of well known star forming regions in the constellation of Sagittarius.
The Lagoon Nebula (M8) on the right, is an emission nebula which which glows in the red wavelengths of ionized hydrogen,
The gas is ionized by the radiation emitted from the young cluster of stars within the cloud.
The Trifid Nebula (M20) on the left, consists of an emission nebula as well but it also features a notable reflection nebula.
The reflection nebula is blue due to the diffused light from nearby hot, young stars.
The distances of both these nebulae are estimated to be around 5000 light years from Earth.
Total Exposure integration of this image is 3hrs & 42mins.
Captured using Canon 60D full spectrum mod + Optolong L’Enhance tri-narrowband filter.
William optics GT81 OTA + 0.8 reducer.
Skywatcher HEQ5 Pro Mount.
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