Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 12, 2013

Clouds, Birds, Moon, Venus

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 12, 2013 is “Clouds, Birds, Moon, Venus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Isaac Gutirrez Pascual (Spain)). The original explanation runs about 150 words.

From the explanation

“Sometimes the sky above can become quite a show. In early September of 2010, for example, the Moon and Venus converged , creating quite a sight by itself for sky enthusiasts around the globe .”

— APOD editors, May 12, 2013

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At a glance

Date: May 12, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Isaac Gutirrez Pascual (Spain)
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 150 words

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The Moon Venus

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 12, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-may-12-clouds-birds-moon-venus

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