Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

The Bay of Rainbows

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 12, 2026 is “The Bay of Rainbows,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Olaf Filzinger). The original explanation runs about 169 words.

The Bay of Rainbows
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Olaf Filzinger Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Dark, smooth regions that cover the Moon’s familiar face are called by Latin names for oceans and seas.”

— APOD editors, February 12, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
February 12, 2026
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Olaf Filzinger
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 169 words

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Source

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