Astronomy Picture of the Day: Theunusual nebula

 

This nebula is one of the most unusual in our Milky Way! 

Called the “Red Rectangle Nebula”, HD 44179 is a dying star that’s been shedding its outer layers for about 14,000 years. Learn more about its interesting features: https://go.nasa.gov/3GRe7Bo #NebulaNovember