Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Northern Lights and Noctilucent Clouds

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 21, 2018 is “Northern Lights and Noctilucent Clouds,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Adrien Mauduit). The original explanation runs about 102 words.

Northern Lights and Noctilucent Clouds
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Adrien Mauduit Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Luminous skies after the near-solstice sunset on June 17 are reflected in this calm lake. The tranquil twilight scene was captured near Bashaw, Alberta, Canada, northern planet Earth.”

— APOD editors, June 21, 2018

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
June 21, 2018
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Adrien Mauduit
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 102 words

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