Names and Catalog numbers
- van den Bergh 34 (vdB 34)
Position and the cosmic neighborhood
VdB 34 is situated in the constellation Auriga, part of a larger complex of nebulae and molecular clouds in the region. It is located near other interesting deep-sky objects, making it a rewarding target for wide-field astrophotography.
Nice to Know
- VdB 34 is illuminated by the star AE Aurigae, which gives the nebula its characteristic blue color due to reflected starlight.
- Astrophotographers often capture this nebula using long exposure times to reveal its faint details and intricate structures.
- The nebula’s appearance can vary depending on the imaging techniques and filters used.
- It is part of a larger star-forming region in Auriga.
Brightness, distance and size
VdB 34 is located approximately 1,500 light-years from Earth.