Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 21, 2012

The Eagle Rises

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 21, 2012 is “The Eagle Rises,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit: Apollo 11, NASA – Stereo Image Copyright : John Kaufmann ( ALSJ )). The original explanation runs about 117 words.

From the explanation

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

— APOD editors, July 21, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 21, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image 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 117 words