Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Starlink Satellite Trails over Brazil

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 10, 2019 is “Starlink Satellite Trails over Brazil,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Egon Filter). The original explanation runs about 163 words.

Starlink Satellite Trails over Brazil
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Egon Filter Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What are those streaks over the horizon? New Starlink satellites reflecting sunlight.”

— APOD editors, December 10, 2019

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
December 10, 2019
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Egon Filter
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 163 words

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