Taurus (constellation)

Notable deep sky objects

In the east of the constellation lies one of the best known open clusters, easily visible to the eye, the Pleiades.

Related Topics:
Open cluster - Pleiades

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Behind Aldebaran lie the Hyades, the nearest distinct open star cluster, that with it form a V in the sky marking the bull's head.

Related Topics:
Hyades - Star cluster

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Another object, visible in a telescope, is the Crab Nebula (M1), a supernova remnant northeast of Zeta. The explosion, seen on Earth on July 4, 1054, was bright enough to be seen by day. It is mentioned in Chinese history texts and Native American pottery.

Related Topics:
Telescope - Crab Nebula - M1 - Supernova - July 4 - 1054

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