Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Stephan's Quintet from Webb, Hubble, and Subaru

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 18, 2022 is “Stephan's Quintet from Webb, Hubble, and Subaru,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit: Webb , Hubble , Subaru ; NASA , ESA , CSA , NOAJ , STScI ; Processing & Copyright: Robert Gendler). The original explanation runs about 167 words.

The featured image shows a grouping of four galaxies, some interacting, combining images from Webb, Hubble, and the Subaru telescope. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit: Webb , Hubble , Subaru ; NASA , ESA , CSA , NOAJ , STScI ; Processing & Copyright: Robert Gendler Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“OK, but why can’t you combine images from Webb and Hubble? You can, and today’s featured image shows one impressive result.”

— APOD editors, July 18, 2022

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
July 18, 2022
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: Webb , Hubble , Subaru ; NASA , ESA , CSA , NOAJ , STScI ; Processing & Copyright: Robert Gendler
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 167 words

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