  We present high resolution AO-corrected coronographic near-infrared imaging
on the early-type Herbig Be star MWC 297. X-ray flaring has been reported
towards this young object, however this has been difficult to reconcile with
its early spectral type (B1.5) and relatively high mass (10 Msun). Our infrared
and X-ray analysis shows that the X-ray flaring is likely due to a late-type
star in the same field. The case of MWC 297 emphasizes the need for
coronographic imaging to address the reality of X-ray emission towards Herbig
Ae/Be stars, which is needed to understand the differences between low and
high-mass star formation.
