Chandra Spots Cluster of Newborn Stars in Cocoon Nebula

Feb 16, 2026 - 08:45
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Chandra Spots Cluster of Newborn Stars in Cocoon Nebula
This composite image shows the heart-shaped Cocoon Nebula: X-ray data from Chandra reveal a cluster of new stars that are just poking through the stunning nebula; optical light data from astrophotographers Michael Adler and Barry Wilson, as well as infrared light data from WISE mission are also included. Image credit: NASA / CXC / SAO / JPL / Caltech / WISE / M. Adler / B. Wilson / L. Frattare.

The Chandra team has released a striking new composite image of the Cocoon Nebula, a reflection and emission nebula in the constellation of Cygnus.

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