Starbirth Collection

Ring Nebula M57, Hubble image C017 / 3725
Ring Nebula (M22, NGC 6720). Combined images from the Subaru Telescope and Hubble Space telescope of the Ring Nebula M57. The Ring nebula is a planetary nebula lying around 2300 light years

The predicted collision between the Andromeda galaxy and the Milky Way
This illustration shows the predicted collision between the Andromeda galaxy and the Milky Way in about 3-5 billion years

IC 2177, the Seagull Nebula. IC 2177 is a bright H II region located on the border of Monoceros and Canis Major

Widefield view of Orion Nebula and Horsehead Nebula
Widefield view of Orion Nebula (Messier 42), and Horsehead Nebula

Reflection nebula (NGC 2170) C017 / 3737
Reflection nebula (NGC 2170), optical image. This nebula lies around 2, 400 light years from Earth in the constellation Monoceros

Eagle Nebula (NGC 6611), optical image C017 / 3719
Eagle Nebula (NGC 6611), optical image. The Eagle Nebula is an emission nebula, a huge cloud of gas and dust that glows as the hydrogen it contains is ionised by radiation from the hot young stars

Our Sun may have formed from a protostellar nebula like this one

Antennae colliding galaxies C017 / 3745
Antennae colliding galaxies, combined optical image. The Antennae (NGC 4038 and NGC 4039) are formed of two galaxies colliding due to mutual gravitational attraction

Tarantula Nebula, composite image
Tarantula Nebula (30 Doradus). Combined optical and infrared image of the large star-forming region known as the Tarantula Nebula

Widefield view of nebulae in Sagittarius

Protostellar Disk
Stars form from whirling disks of dust and gas

The birth of numerous stars exposing their light to the universe
The birth of numerous stars tears open the cloud of gas and dust they were formed in, exposing their light to the universe

Artists concept illustrating our beautiful cosmic universe
Artists concept illustrating what a beautiful, colorful place our cosmic universe truly is

Rosette nebula (NGC 2244) in Monoceros

NGC 7822 starforming compex in Cepheus

M42 nebula in Orion

Westerlund 2, a young star cluster with an estimated age of about one or two million years. Until recently little was known about this cluster because it is heavily obscured by dust and gas

Visible light-infrared composite of IC 2177, the Seagull Nebula. IC 2177 is a bright H II region located on the border of Monoceros and Canis Major

Artists concept of planets and stars mixed together in an ever-changing nebula
A blurring of colors of planets and stars mixed together in an ever-changing nebula, or maybe its just a dream, who knows

A stellar nursery known as R136 in the 30 Doradus Nebula
A massive, young stellar nursery known as R136, located in the 30 Doradus Nebula, a turbulent star-birth region in the Large Magellanic Cloud, a satellite galaxy of our Milky Way

Widefield view in the Orion constellation
This widefield view in the Orion constellation contains the Horsehead Nebula, Flame Nebula, M78, and Barnards Loop

The central region of the Carina Nebula
A 50-light-year-wide view of the central region of the Carina Nebula where a maelstrom of star birth and death is taking place

Globular cluster NGC 2808
The massive globular cluster NGC 2808 provide evidence that star birth went boom, boom, boom, with three generations of stars forming very early in the clusters life

Illustration of a gaseous nebula from which star formation may occur

Cygnus Wall, NGC 7000, the North American Nebula

Nebular clouds, gases and stellar matter bring on the birth of stars

Artists concept of a nebula over a hypothetical planet
This star-forming nebula is only a few light years from the surface of this hypothetical planet, resulting in a spectacular display in the evening sky

Cosmic star birth from a ball of gases and nebular dust

The Rho Ophiuchi cloud complex. The Rho Ophiuchi cloud is found rising above the plane of the Milky Way in the night sky, bordering the constellations Ophiuchus and Scorpius

Widefield view of the young star-forming complex NGC 7822 in the constellation of Cepheus

NGC 3603, a hot young star cluster in the Milky Way. massive newborn stars. The massive stars in the center of the cluster triggered the formation of younger stars in the halo

The Virgo Cluster galaxy NGC 4522

The Heart of Scorpius (Antares region)

The Trifid Nebula
Clouds of glowing gas mingle with dust lanes in the Trifid Nebula, a star forming region about 9, 000 light years in the distance toward the constellation of Sagittarius

Carina Nebula Star-forming Pillars and Herbig-Haro Objects with Jets
This turbulent cosmic pinnacle lies within a stellar nursery called the Carina Nebula, located 7, 500 light-years away in the southern constellation Carina

The collision of the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies seen from the Earth
3 or 4 billion years from now, the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies will collide. This artists concept depicts the collision of the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies as seeb from the Earth

Westerlund 2 (Gum 29) star cluster in Carina

The starforming region of Rho Ophiuchus. Visible in this image are IC 4605, IC 4604, IC 4603, Antares, NGC 6144, M4 Globular Cluster, SH2-9, NGC 6121, and emission and reflection nebula structure

NGC 6503, spiral galaxy in the constellation Draco

IC 4603 dust and reflection nebula in the constellations Scorpius and Ophiuchus

Two extremely bright stars illuminate a greenish mist in deep space. This fog is comprised of hydrogen and carbon compounds called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs)

Artists impression of the biggest and brightest star-birth region

Artists concept illustrating a star cluster in the Milky Way galaxy
Artists concept illustrating one of many star clusters found in the Milky Way galaxy. A distant world orbits one of these stars on the edge of a gaseous nebula that gave birth to this family of stars

Elephants trunk nebula inside IC 1396

Artists concept of an H II region of space, wrapped in a dark nebula, as seen from nearby a gas giant planet

IC 2177 nebulosity

The remains of a supernova give birth to new stars
Long after its violent end, the remains of a supernova give birth to new stars and planetary systems in the endless evolution of the universe

The Antennae Galaxies
Composite image of two colliding galaxies, known as the Antennae galaxies, or NGC 4038 and NGC 4039. The Antennae galaxies take their name from the long antenna-like arms

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"Starbirth: A Spectacular Journey through the Cosmos" Embark on a mesmerizing voyage as we explore the wonders of starbirth, where celestial marvels unfold before our eyes. In the depths of space, behold the ethereal beauty of the Ring Nebula M57, captured by Hubble's awe-inspiring image C017/3725. Its intricate structure reveals a dying star's final gasps. Venturing further into this cosmic odyssey, we encounter IC 2177, also known as the Seagull Nebula. Its radiant colors and graceful shape evoke a sense of serenity amidst vastness. Meanwhile, anticipation builds for an extraordinary event – the predicted collision between Andromeda galaxy and our very own Milky Way. The Sculptor Galaxy beckons us with its grandeur, showcasing swirling arms adorned with countless stars. As we gaze upon this masterpiece in space-time, it reminds us that creation knows no bounds. A widefield view unveils Orion Nebula and Horsehead Nebula side by side—a breathtaking sight that ignites our imagination. These stellar nurseries birth new suns while captivating us with their celestial ballet. Behold NGC 2170—Reflection nebula—an enchanting display of scattered light painting vibrant hues across interstellar dust clouds. It serves as a reminder that even amidst darkness, there is always radiance to be found. Eagle Nebula (NGC 6611) graces our vision next—a testament to nature's artistry in shaping colossal pillars where stars are born. This optical image C017/3719 captures its majesty in stunning detail. Gazing at Orion Constellation above us fills our hearts with wonder—the hunter immortalized in stardust forever guiding humanity through time and space. Our Sun itself may have emerged from a protostellar nebula akin to Tarantula Nebula—a composite image capturing its fiery essence against a backdrop of cosmic tapestry.