An Even Rarer Sight.

[Geoff Barnes]

Well I have to say I'm being spoiled rotten lately down here. 

After the double shadow transit and GRS spectacle a week or so ago, tonight Jupiter has outdone itself with Io  and Ganymede shadow transits and the GRS on show BUT...  Ganymede's shadow was on the edge of the GRS, amazing sight! 

A hazy high cloud sheet made the view frustratingly dim but thinner patches gave an occasional great view of the display. 

The image is courtesy of SkySafari... 

[happy-kat]

Fascinating to be able to observe that by eye a treat

[Epick Crom]

Hi Geoff. I too observed that spectacular double shadow transit last night from Perth. Ganymede shadow was right above the Great Red Spot! Rare and beautiful indeed. Clear skies to you!

[Geoff Barnes]

I don't know how often this happens but for the second time in a week there is a shadow transit touching the GRS tonight ,  this time it is Europa . Fingers crossed for clear skies! 

[Epick Crom]

Thanks for the heads up Geoff, should be another spectacular sight to look forward too! Just hope we have clear skies 🤞

[Geoff Barnes]

Oh my,  now we're delving into the realms of fantasy. If I can manage to stay awake and keep clear skies I will be rewarded with this view... 😲

(Edit: Clouded out! 😩)

Edited November 9, 2021 by Geoff Barnes