Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 18, 2007

Planets over Pony Express Lake

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 18, 2007 is “Planets over Pony Express Lake,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Dan Bush ( Missouri Skies )). The original explanation runs about 74 words.

From the explanation

“Beautiful sunset sky colors are reflected in Pony Express Lake in this twilight skyview from northern Missouri, USA, planet Earth. Recorded on Monday, a two day old crescent Moon and brilliant planet Venus shine through thin clouds.”

— APOD editors, July 18, 2007

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At a glance

Date: July 18, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Dan Bush ( Missouri Skies )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 74 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 18, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-july-18-planets-over-pony-express-lake

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