Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 18, 2010

Star Trails and Tajinastes

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 18, 2010 is “Star Trails and Tajinastes,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Daniel López). The original explanation runs about 141 words.

From the explanation

“What bizarre planet do these alien creatures inhabit? It’s only planet Earth , of course.”

— APOD editors, June 18, 2010

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 18, 2010
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Daniel López
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 141 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 18, 2010 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2010-june-18-star-trails-and-tajinastes

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