Comet P12 / Pons-Brooks, Jupiter and Crescent Moon Conjunction

Photographer: Jessica RojasSummary Author: Jessica Rojas  Featured above is the conjunction of Comet P12/Pons-Brooks, Jupiter (upper left) and the young crescent Moon (just 5 percent illuminated) as observed on April 10, 2024, from near Alcublas, Spain. Forming an equilateral triangle low in the western sky, the gathering of these celestial objects made this early spring evening memorable indeed.

Photo Details: Nikon Z 8 camera; Z 100-400mm Nikkor lens; 1/10 second exposure; 5 F; ISO 2500; Tripod Benro Tortoise.

 

Alcublas, Spain Coordinates: 39.78111, 0.68444  

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