Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Golden Corona Eclipse

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 17, 2026 is “A Golden Corona Eclipse,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Rui Santos (Living Impressions)). The original explanation runs about 153 words.

A total eclipse Sun is featured in the image center. Around the Sun is a filamentary gold-hued corona flowing out in all directions. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit & Copyright: Rui Santos (Living Impressions) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“This total solar eclipse appeared not only poetically beautiful but scientifically interesting. Usually the solar corona appears white, and to some observers the corona of last week’s total solar eclipse did appear this pearly color.”

— APOD editors, August 17, 2026

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 17, 2026
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Rui Santos (Living Impressions)
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 153 words

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Source

Copy taken Oct 28, 2026, 2:39 AM EDT. The image and explanation belong to their creators. OpenOrbit is not affiliated with or endorsed by NASA.