On Oct. 6 the Moon’s thin crescent slipped in front of Jupiter, creating a rare occultation that photographers across North America captured in vivid detail.
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Early on Tuesday, Oct. 6, a waning crescent moon will pass in front of Jupiter, creating a rare lunar occultation visible from eastern North America and parts of Africa.
A 30-day photo collage documents the apparent movement of Venus and Jupiter in the night sky over Kolkata, India, culminating in their close conjunction.
Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter will form a slanted line in the western sky after sunset on June 12, offering a brief viewing window for a mini planetary parade.
Jupiter and Venus appeared less than 2 degrees apart in the constellation Gemini on June 9, captivating skywatchers and astrophotographers worldwide.