Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 1, 2021

Satellites over Orion

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 1, 2021 is “Satellites over Orion,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: Amir H. Abolfath. The original explanation runs about 193 words.

The picture shows Saturn's Moon Mimas featuring a very large circular crater. Please see the explanation for more detailed information. — Credit: Image Credit: Amir H. Abolfath Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What are those streaks across Orion? They are reflections of sunlight from numerous Earth-orbiting satellites.”

— APOD editors, June 1, 2021

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 1, 2021
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit: Amir H. Abolfath
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 193 words