Stargazing Constellations Reflection Nebula NGC 1999 in the Constellation Orion Space Wallpaper Wallpapers By Space.com Staff published September 13, 2012 ...

This space wallpaper shows the spectacular star-forming region known as the Flame Nebula, or NGC 2024, in the constellation of Orion (the Hunter) and its surroundings.

The constellation's brightest stars are Rigel and Betelgeuse, a blue-white and a red supergiant. The krewe's petition asks the International Astronomical Union to change the name.

Orion is not just one of the most recognizable constellations in the night sky—it's a celestial marvel that’s rich with history, mythology, and fascinating astronomical objects. Nestled near ...