CG4 Cometary Globule

Is a Cometary Globule in a state of rupture. It is often called God’s Hand although it more resembles a tube worm. It is located in the constellation of Puppis, about 1,300 light-years away. Its head is some 1.5 light-years in diameter, and its tail is about 8 light-years long. The dusty cloud contains enough material to make several medium sized stars.

First Image from CDK 1000 and Second image from RiDK 400 at El Sauce, Obstech, Chile
Imaged Processing: Mike Selby and Mark Hanson

 Enjoy, Mark & Mike