NGC 7000

NGC 7000

HII

HII — SIMBAD verified

NGC 7000, famously known as the North America Nebula, is a prominent emission nebula in the constellation Cygnus that bears a striking resemblance to the North American continent. This massive star-forming region is energized by the radiation of the hot star Deneb, which illuminates the surrounding clouds of ionized hydrogen gas.

Key Facts

RA (J2000)

20h 59m 17.1s

Dec (J2000)

+44° 31′ 44″

Visual Magnitude

4.00

Best Season

Summer (Jun–Aug)

How to Find It

Locate the bright star Deneb in the constellation Cygnus; the nebula is situated just a few degrees to the east of this star, making it relatively easy to identify in a dark sky.

Observing Tip

Use an OIII or UHC light pollution filter to significantly improve the contrast of the nebulosity against the background sky, especially when using a wide-field eyepiece or camera lens.

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