Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 23, 2012

A Zodiacal Skyscape

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 23, 2012 is “A Zodiacal Skyscape,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Jack Fusco). The original explanation runs about 153 words.

From the explanation

“Venus and Jupiter are this month’s two brightest planets. Shortly after sunset on February 20, they dominate the sky above the western horizon and this snowy landscape.”

— APOD editors, February 23, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 23, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Jack Fusco
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 153 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 23, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-february-23-a-zodiacal-skyscape

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