Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Alpha Monocerotis

Alpha Monocerotis, the brightest star of Monoceros, the unicorn, is nearing the end of its life. Internal changes have caused the star to puff up like a big balloon, growing so bright that it is visible across about 145 light-years of space.

- Quads, hailing from Grand Marsh Observatory atop Elk Castle Hill