Supernova 2026aeiv in NGC1184
Taken by Tom Wildoner on October 26, 2026 @
Weatherly, PA, USA
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Details:
Discovered on October 5, 2026, 2026aeiv (also designated as ATLAS26mci and ZTF26abzfswo) is an astronomical transient located within the galaxy NGC 1184. Early spectroscopic classifications indicate that this dynamic celestial object is a young supernova—specifically categorized as a Type Ia or Type Ic event—prompting active follow-up observations and photometric tracking by astronomers worldwide as its brightness evolves.
🔠Technical Details:
Telescope: Sky-Watcher Esprit 120ED
Camera: ZWO ASI2600MC Bin1
Mount: Celestron CGX-L pier mounted
Capture: 24 x 60 seconds.
Location: The Dark Side Observatory (W59), Weatherly, PA (Bortle 4)
Processing: Tycho Tracker
Image Date: October 26, 2026.
Photographer's website:
https://www.facebook.com/tom.wildoner/
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