Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Auroral Hummingbird over Norway

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 10, 2025 is “Auroral Hummingbird over Norway,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Mickael Coulon). The original explanation runs about 144 words.

A snowy landscape sits below a star filled sky. Dominating the frame is a large aurora in red, green, yellow, purple, white. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Mickael Coulon Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Is this the largest hummingbird ever? Although it may look like a popular fluttering nectarivore , what is pictured is actually a beautifully detailed and colorful aurora , complete with rays reminiscent of feathers.”

— APOD editors, February 10, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
February 10, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Mickael Coulon
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 144 words

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