Comet Lovejoy Collection

Comet Lovejoy at dawn over the Southern Ocean. At upper right is part of the Milky Way, the band of billions of stars that is our galaxy seen from the inside

Comet Lovejoy and zodiacal light in City of Rocks State Park, New Mexico
January 16, 2015 - A scene looking west with a field stretching up to and beyond the zenith overhead, taking in the zodiacal light stretching up to the Pleiades at upper left

Comet Lovejoys long ion tail in Taurus
January 16, 2016 - Comet Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2) amid the clusters, nebulae and dark dust clouds of Taurus and Perseus. Its long blue ion tail stretches back to the open cluster NGC 1647 on Taurus at

Comet Lovejoy in the winter sky
January 18, 2015 - Comet Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2) at upper right near the Pleiades, with its long blue ion tail stretching back to the left past the Pleiades

Comet C / 2013 R1 Lovejoy
November 27, 2013 - Comet C/2013 R1 Lovejoy

Comey Lovejoy (C / 2014 Q2) nearest the Pleiades star cluster
January 18, 2015 - Comey Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2) nearest the Pleiades star cluster, Messier 45, with its blue ion tail almost passing over the cluster

Comet Lovejoy (C / 2014 Q2)
January 19, 2015 - A telescopic close-up of Comet Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2)

An ice crystal halo around the first quarter moon
January 27, 2015 - An ice crystal halo around the first quarter moon high in the northern winter sky near Pinos Altos, New Mexico

Comet Lovejoy
February 12, 2015 - Comet Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2)

Comet Lovejoy from the ISS C013 / 5146
Comet Lovejoy above the Earths limb, as seen from the International Space Station (ISS). Comets are icy bodies from the outer solar system that boil and form a bright tail of gas

Comet Lovejoy and the Milky Way, over the Southern Ocean. The comet is near the horizon, below and left of the Milky Way, the band of billions of stars that is our galaxy seen from the inside

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"Comet Lovejoy: A Celestial Spectacle in the Winter Sky" At dawn, the ethereal beauty mesmerizes stargazers as it gracefully glides through the heavens. In City of Rocks State Park, New Mexico, this celestial wonder intertwines with the enchanting zodiacal light, creating a breathtaking display that leaves onlookers in awe. With its long ion tail stretching across Taurus, Comet Lovejoy paints a picture of cosmic elegance against the backdrop of twinkling stars. Its presence in the winter sky adds an extra touch of magic to those chilly nights when we gaze up at its radiant glow. Known officially as Comet C/2013 R1 Lovejoy and also referred to as Comey Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2), this celestial wanderer finds itself closest to the Pleiades star cluster. The proximity accentuates its splendor and creates a harmonious dance between these two celestial entities. As if nature wanted to enhance this already extraordinary phenomenon, an ice crystal halo forms around the first quarter moon while Comet Lovejoy graces our skies. This ethereal combination is truly a sight to behold - a testament to Mother Nature's artistic prowess. Even from space, aboard ISS C013 / 5146, astronauts are captivated by Comet Lovejoy's allure. Against the backdrop of our magnificent Milky Way galaxy, it shines like a diamond amidst countless other celestial wonders. Comet Lovejoy reminds us that there is still so much beauty beyond our earthly realm waiting to be discovered and appreciated. It serves as a gentle reminder that even in vastness lies delicate grace and infinite possibilities for exploration and wonderment.