APOD: 2026 August 11 – Six Moons of Saturn
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On August 11, 2026, the Astronomy Picture of the Day featured a stunning image of six of Saturn's largest moons. Saturn, known for its extensive ring system, boasts an impressive 293 confirmed moons as of June 2026, far surpassing any other planet in the Solar System. The image showcased some of the most prominent moons, including Titan, the largest moon with a diameter of 5,150 kilometers, surpassing even Earth's Moon. Other notable moons visible in the photograph were Mimas, Tethys, Enceladus, Dione, and Rhea.
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