The NGC 2068 is a diffuse nebula in the constellation Orion, located about 1,600 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 8.0' x 6.0' and a magnitude of 8.3, it is best observed during winter.

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

Type

Diffuse Nebula

Constellation

Orion

Distance

1600 ly

Size

8.0' x 6.0'

Season

Winter

Difficulty

Moderate

Magnitude

8.3