The Dark Nebula in the constellation Corona Australis, also known as the Corona Australis Molecular Cloud, is a dense region of interstellar dust and gas located about 430 light-years from Earth. This dark nebula is notable for its opaque appearance, as it blocks light from stars behind it, creating a stark, shadowy silhouette against the surrounding star field. Within this cloud, young stars are actively forming, and the nebula itself appears to be dotted with faint, reflection nebulae illuminated by these young stars. Its dark, dusty tendrils make it a fascinating example of a star-forming region hidden in shadow, offering a glimpse into the early stages of stellar evolution.
| Telescope | Askar ACL200 |
| Aperture | 50 mm |
| Focal length | 200 mm |
| Mount | iOptron HEM15 |
| Autoguiding | ZWO ASI485MC, QHY Mini Guide Scope |
| Camera | ZWO 6200MC @0°C |
| Corrector | – |
| Filters | – |
| Exposure | 102x300s, Gain 100, bin 1×1, |
| Date | 2024-09-29 |
