Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Aurora over Sweden

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 3, 2016 is “Aurora over Sweden,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Göran Strand). The original explanation runs about 137 words.

Aurora over Sweden
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Göran Strand Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“It was bright and green and stretched across the sky. This striking aurora display was captured last month just outside of stersund , Sweden .”

— APOD editors, May 3, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 3, 2016
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Göran Strand
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 137 words

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Source

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