54K views · 3.6K reactions | The Christmas tree cluster, also known as galaxy cluster MACS0416, is located about 4.3 billion light-years from Earth. It got its name from the flickering, colourful lights found within it ✨ | New Scientist | Facebook

Star cluster NGC 2264, also called the "Christmas tree cluster," is a group of young stars between 1 and 5 million years old. We know what you're thinking: young?! For a little comparison, our Sun is a middle-aged star about 5 billion years old — roughly 1,000 times older than the stars in this cluster. Happy holidays, space fans!✨🎄 Video description: Wispy green clouds in a conical shape strongly resemble an evergreen tree. Tiny specks of white, blue, purple, and red light, stars within the cl