A stunning long-exposure photograph captures Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS) displaying at least six distinct tails against a backdrop of stars. The comet's intricate tail structure is prominently displayed above the silhouette of a mountain range. The image, taken from Paranal Observatory in Chile, showcases the comet's impressive multi-tailed appearance, a rare celestial event.

Astronomy Picture from 26/01/2025

The Many Tails of Comet G3 ATLAS

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap250126.html


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