Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Gibbous vs Crescent

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 20, 2025 is “Gibbous vs Crescent,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Luca Bartek). The original explanation runs about 135 words.

Gibbous vs Crescent
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Luca Bartek Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Early risers around planet Earth have enjoyed a shining crescent Moon near brilliant Venus, close to the eastern horizon in recent morning twilight skies.”

— APOD editors, September 20, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
September 20, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Luca Bartek
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 135 words

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Source

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