Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 15, 2008

Camera Orion

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 15, 2008 is “Camera Orion,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: John Gauvreau). The original explanation runs about 162 words.

From the explanation

“Orion , the Hunter, is one of the most easily recognizable constellations in planet Earth’s night sky .”

— APOD editors, October 15, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 15, 2008
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: John Gauvreau
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 162 words

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Orion Nebulae

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 15, 2008 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2008-october-15-camera-orion

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