Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 8, 2023

Moon Meets Jupiter

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 8, 2023 is “Moon Meets Jupiter,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jordi L. Coy). The original explanation runs about 173 words.

Earth Moon, in crescent phase, is seen just above the image center. Directly below is a bright spot surrounded by four other spots, all in a row, which are all moons of Jupiter. Please see the explanation for more detailed information. — Credit & Copyright: Jordi L. Coy Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What’s that below the Moon? Jupiter — and its largest moons.”

— APOD editors, August 8, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: August 8, 2023
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Jordi L. Coy
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 173 words