NASA's picture of the day features wide view of the Cocoon Nebula
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 21 showcases a wide-field image of the Cocoon Nebula.

NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 21 features a wide-field view of the Cocoon Nebula, according to the agency's website.
The daily feature pairs an image of the cosmos with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer, NASA said.
Sources
- APOD: 2026 September 21 – Cocoon Nebula Wide Field — NASA Breaking News
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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