| Nebula | |
|---|---|
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| Observation data: J2000 epoch | |
| Right ascension | 05h 39m 59s |
| Declination | -69° 24’ 20” |
| Constellation | Dorado |
| See also: Lists of nebulae | |
NGC 2081 is an open cluster associated with an emission nebula located in the constellation Dorado. NGC 2081 is located in the Large Magellanic Cloud.[1] NGC 2081 was discovered by British astronomer John Herschel between 1834 and 1836.[2][1]
