Astronomy Picture of the Day · September 30, 2019

Orion Rising over Brazil

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 30, 2019 is “Orion Rising over Brazil,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Carlos Fairbairn). The original explanation runs about 176 words.

From the explanation

“Have you seen Orion lately? The next few months will be the best for seeing this familiar constellation as it rises continually earlier in the night.”

— APOD editors, September 30, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: September 30, 2019
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Carlos Fairbairn
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 176 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, September 30, 2019 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2019-september-30-orion-rising-over-brazil

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