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NASA’s Juno mission captured these views of Jupiter during its 59th close flyby of the giant planet on March 7, 2024. Image: NASA/JPL-Caltech/SwRI/MSSS. Image processing by Gerald Eichstädt

Oh, there it is. Jupiter’s unassuming moon Amalthea was spotted in two recent images captured by NASA’s Juno probe. During its 59th close flyby of Jupiter on March 7, the Juno spacecraft captured its usual stunning views of the giant planet’s swirling winds and colorful belts. The new photos offered an unexpected treat: a rare glimpse of one of Jupiter’s tiny, mysterious moons. – Passant Rabie Read More

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