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RCW 124 - Nebula
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RCW 124

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RCW 124 is NGC 6302, the Bug or Butterfly Nebula in Scorpius, notable for a very hot central star detected by Hubble in 2009.

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RCW 124 ranks #524 of 577 in the Nebula ranking, behind Sandqvist 112, ahead of RCW 103.

Obscure RCW emission nebula; limited popular recognition, modest imaging interest, few broad consensus signals beyond specialist catalogs.

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How good is RCW 124?
RCW 124 scores 5.85/10 (Mediocre) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Nebula category. Obscure RCW emission nebula; limited popular recognition, modest imaging interest, few broad consensus signals beyond specialist catalogs.
What are the best alternatives to RCW 124?
See our alternatives page for RCW 124 for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: RCW 58, Crescent Nebula (NGC 6888), RCW 104.
How does RCW 124 compare to RCW 58?
See our detailed comparison of RCW 124 vs RCW 58 with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is RCW 124 worth it in 2026?
With a score of 5.85/10, RCW 124 is a solid option in Nebula. See all Nebula ranked.

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