Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 6, 2013

Tardigrade in Moss

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 6, 2013 is “Tardigrade in Moss,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Nicole Ottawa & Oliver Meckes / Eye of Science / Science Source Images). The original explanation runs about 199 words.

From the explanation

“Is this an alien? Probably not, but of all the animals on Earth, the tardigrade might be the best candidate.”

— APOD editors, March 6, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 6, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Nicole Ottawa & Oliver Meckes / Eye of Science / Science Source Images
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 199 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 6, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-march-6-tardigrade-in-moss

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