The Eagle Nebula Cluster is a open cluster in the constellation Serpens Claudia, located about 7,000 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 25.0' and a magnitude of 6.4, it is best observed during summer.

Under dark skies, this object is considered Easy to observe with small amateur telescopes.

Type

Open Cluster

Constellation

Serpens Claudia

Distance

7000 ly

Size

25.0'

Season

Summer

Difficulty

Easy

Magnitude

6.4