Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Launch Plume: SpaceX Jellyfish

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 19, 2026 is “Launch Plume: SpaceX Jellyfish,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Seeley Text: Cecilia Chirenti ( NASA GSFC , UMCP , CRESST II )). The original explanation runs about 167 words.

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch produces a glowing cloud, reminiscent of a jellyfish. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Seeley Text: Cecilia Chirenti ( NASA GSFC , UMCP , CRESST II ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Even if you live with your head in the clouds , you won’t find a jellyfish like this one very often. The featured image shows a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch from Cape Canaveral in Florida on March 4.”

— APOD editors, March 19, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
March 19, 2026
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Seeley Text: Cecilia Chirenti ( NASA GSFC , UMCP , CRESST II )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 167 words

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Source

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