Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 5, 2013

October Aurora in Prairie Skies

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 5, 2013 is “October Aurora in Prairie Skies,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Randy Halverson). The original explanation runs about 129 words.

From the explanation

“Wind and spaceweather are transformed in this haunting night skyscape . The prairie windmill and colorful auroral display were captured on October 1, from central South Dakota, USA, as a good season for aurora hunters came with longer autumn nights.”

— APOD editors, October 5, 2013

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 5, 2013
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Randy Halverson
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 129 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 5, 2013 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2013-october-5-october-aurora-in-prairie-skies

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