Hi All,
nearly 3 weeks ago I have observed VY Canis Maioris' nebula with a 60 cm (24") Dobsonian from Namibia. I have expected a faint glow around the orange star, but have found a fan shaped, curved bright nebula. It was like a comet's tail. The lenght was 20" to the west. Some other 5 guys also confirmed it when I have showed them. It was a very easy target.
Now, to check my observation I have searched the internet, but have found only an HSS photo, that shows something to northwest. Its overall dimension is only around 5".
Has anyone observed this object? What is its catalog number?
Best vyCMa.JPGvy CMa.jpgRegards,
Sandor Szabo