Designated NGC 1499, the California Nebula is an emission nebula stretching 2½° long and ½° wide. Its apparent magnitude of 6 suggests it can be seen in small optics.

We don't have to explain the origin of the name, as it really does mimic the shape of the state of California in the US -- this can […] Futurism 4.8.13, 4:31 AM EDT by Jaime Trosper ...