Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Buck Moon and Belt of Venus

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 1, 2026 is “Buck Moon and Belt of Venus,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Branko Nadj). The original explanation runs about 146 words.

Buck Moon and Belt of Venus
Credit & Copyright: Branko Nadj Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“The Buck Moon is a traditional name for the full moon of July. In this colorful Adriatic sea and skyscape captured on July 28 from Krk Island along the coast of Croatia, a full Buck Moon is just rising over distant mountains.”

— APOD editors, August 1, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 1, 2026
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Branko Nadj
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 146 words

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Source

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