The Flaming Star Nebula, IC 405 (other designations: SH2-229, Caldwell 31) surrounds the variable star AE Aurigae.
The nebula lies at a distance of about 1.500 light years and spans 5 light years across.
Radiation from AE Aurigae causes the gas in IC 405 to glow red, while dust creates the blue reflection nebula near the star.
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Oct 13, 2007 – Canon 350D (8″ f4 GSO 2h6m)
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| Name | IC405 – The Flaming Star Nebula |
| Type | Emission/reflection nebula |
| Constellation | Auriga |
| Right ascension | 05h 16m 05s |
| Declination | +34° 27′ 49″ |
| Distance | 1.500 ly |
| Other designations | Sh2-229, Caldwell 31 |
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