APOD: 2026 August 1 – Buck Moon and Belt of Venus
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On August 1, 2026, the Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD) showcased a stunning Adriatic sea and skyscape captured near Krk Island in Croatia. The featured image captured the moment of a full Buck Moon rising over distant mountains, accompanied by a striking Belt of Venus in the sky. The Buck Moon, a traditional name for the full moon of July, signifies the upcoming New Moon on August 12, which is anticipated to produce a total solar eclipse.
The Belt of Venus, a pinkish arch formed by backscattered sunlight, shares the eastern horizon with Earth's shadow and the atmospheric phenomena, setting the stage for the celestial event to come.
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