Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 8, 1999

Moon Occults Saturn

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 8, 1999 is “Moon Occults Saturn,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit and Copyright: K. Stanek (CfA), W. Colley (Princeton)). The original explanation runs about 108 words.

From the explanation

“On September 18, 1997, many stargazers in the U. S.”

— APOD editors, May 8, 1999

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 8, 1999
Type: Image
Credit: Credit and Copyright: K. Stanek (CfA), W. Colley (Princeton)
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 108 words