Detailed telescopic view of the Moon's southern highlands, showcasing the rugged terrain and numerous craters, including prominent Tycho and Clavius craters. The image captures the lunar terminator, with long shadows highlighting the crater's features. Mountains along the limb reach up to 6 kilometers. Captured from Southern California during the Moon's third quarter phase.

Astronomy Picture from 06/02/2020

Southern Moonscape

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap200206.html


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