NGC 2452 is a planetary nebula located in the constellation of Puppis. It is approximately 1,500 light-years away from Earth and is known for its distinct shape and bright central star. The nebula is formed from the outer layers of a dying star that have been expelled into space. The central star of NGC 2452 is a hot, luminous object that is in the later stages of stellar evolution. This nebula is part of a larger category of astronomical objects known as planetary nebulae, which are formed when stars like our Sun exhaust their nuclear fuel and shed their outer layers.