Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 8, 2019

On the Beach with Mars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 8, 2019 is “On the Beach with Mars,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Jack Fusco). The original explanation runs about 136 words.

From the explanation

“At the end of last year’s northern summer, after its dazzling opposition, Mars still shone brightly in the night. The celestial beacon easily attracted the attention of these two night skygazers who stood still for just a while, but long enough to be captured in the sea and night skyscape from Big Sur, planet Earth.”

— APOD editors, June 8, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 8, 2019
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Jack Fusco
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 136 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 8, 2019 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2019-june-8-on-the-beach-with-mars

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