Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 25, 2009

The Eagle Rises

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 25, 2009 is “The Eagle Rises,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit: Apollo 11, NASA – Stereo Image Copyright : John Kaufmann ( ALSJ )). The original explanation runs about 116 words.

From the explanation

“Get out your red/blue glasses and check out this remarkable stereo view from lunar orbit.”

— APOD editors, July 25, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 25, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Apollo 11, NASA – Stereo Image Copyright : John Kaufmann ( ALSJ )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 116 words