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Astrophotographer Captures IC 342, the Hidden Galaxy

Original: November 4, 2026 The Not-So-Hidden Galaxy, IC 342 Credit & Copyright: Artem Mironov https://www. instagram.com/artofomin

A new image of IC 342, known as the Hidden Galaxy, by astrophotographer Artem Mironov is featured as the Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 4, 2026. The galaxy sits behind the plane of the Milky Way, its light obscured by gas and dust, which makes clear views rare. Space enthusiasts are sharing and praising the photograph online.

Why now: The striking image is being featured and shared as today's Astronomy Picture of the Day.

IC 342Artem MironovJerry BonnellAstronomy Picture of the DayMilky Way

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• November 4, 2026 The Not-So-Hidden Galaxy, IC 342 Credit & Copyright: Artem Mironov https://www. instagram.com/artofomin/ Text: Jerry Bonnell Explanation: “I see” IC 342, the Hidden Galaxy! Today’s image peers through the plane of the Milky Way, through all its gas, dust and… · grobi@defcon.social · 2

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