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Optical image of the constellation Scorpius
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Optical image of the constellation Scorpius
Scorpius constellation. Optical image of the constellation Scorpius, the Scorpion. To the left are the bright star clouds of the central Milky Way. The head of the scorpion is made up of the vertical line of three white stars at upper right. To their left is the bright orange star Antares (Alpha Scorpii), which marks the scorpions heart. The body and tail sweep towards lower left as a straggly line of stars, before curling upwards again to form the scorpions sting, marked by the bright star Shaula (Lambda Scorpii). The scorpions claws were once represented by the stars that now form Libra, out of the frame to the right
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Scorpius constellation, also known as the Scorpion. The image captures a stunning optical view of this celestial wonder, with the backdrop adorned by the bright star clouds of our central Milky Way galaxy. The head of the scorpion is formed by a vertical line composed of three radiant white stars positioned at the upper right corner. Adjacent to them lies Antares, an enchanting bright orange star that serves as a distinctive marker for the scorpion's heart (Alpha Scorpii). As we follow its body and tail towards lower left, we witness a scattered arrangement of stars forming a straggly line before gracefully curling upwards again to shape what resembles a scorpion's sting. This striking feature is highlighted by another luminous star called Shaula (Lambda Scorpii). Interestingly, it is worth noting that in ancient times, the stars which now form Libra were once considered representative of this celestial creature's claws; however, they lie just outside the frame on the right side. Immerse yourself in this cosmic masterpiece captured by Science Photo Library and delve into its intricate details. Let your imagination wander among these stellar wonders while contemplating humanity's eternal fascination with our vast universe.
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