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Jupiter and the Meteors from Gemini

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 18, 2025 is “Jupiter and the Meteors from Gemini,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: David Cruz). The original explanation runs about 162 words.

Jupiter and the Meteors from Gemini
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: David Cruz Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Jupiter , the Solar System’s ruling gas giant, is the brightest celestial beacon at the center of this composite night skyscape .”

— APOD editors, December 18, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
December 18, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: David Cruz
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 162 words

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