NGC 2071

NGC 2071 is a reflection nebula in the constellation Orion.

It was discovered on January 1, 1784, by William Herschel.

The star HD 290861 is located in the center of NGC 2071.

It is the illuminating star of this reflection nebula.

The region contains several Herbig-Haro objects, indicating ongoing star-formation.

NGC 2071 with Euclid in the infrared