Planets

The solar system’s planets make for great observational targets, whether using a telescope or your naked eye. But finding them sometimes can be a challenge.

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Watch the Neptune opposition with Slooh Observatory

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Uranus peaks in Pisces

Neptune at its peak

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Keep an eye on Jupiter during the Juno orbital insertion with Slooh Observatory

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Hubble captures vivid aurorae in Jupiter’s atmosphere

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How a planet’s age could confirm if it has water

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Missing petals

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Are eight planets enough?

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How can astronomers be sure that Pluto is larger than Eris? Could we get a different number for Eris’ size once it’s visited by a spacecraft?

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Why haven’t we sent a microphone to Mars, or any other planet for that matter?

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Mars missions

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Mars data

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Credit: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center/Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons.

The Sun

Safely observing the Sun can be a fun and rewarding experience.

Credit: Ted Hauter.

The Moon

Our nearest celestial neighbor provides many great sights.

Planets

Targeting our solar system’s other worlds is well worth the effort.

Credit: Tony Hallas.

Deep-Sky Objects

Nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies are the night sky’s hidden gems.

Credit: Celestron.

Telescopes & Equipment

Explore the tools that can help you unlock the night sky.

Credit: Peter Michaud, Gemini Observatory.

Astrophotography

Capturing great celestial sights is both an art and a skill.

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