Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Satellite Station and Southern Skies
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 31, 2014 is “Satellite Station and Southern Skies,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: James Garlick). The original explanation runs about 124 words.
From the explanation
“This clear night skyscape captures the colorful glow of aurora australis , the southern lights, just outside the port city of Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, planet Earth . As if staring into the dreamlike scene, the Tasmanian Earth Resources Satellite Station poses in the center, illuminated by nearby city lights.”
— APOD editors, May 31, 2014
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- May 31, 2014
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: James Garlick
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 124 words