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Annular solar eclipse creates 'ring of fire' over Antarctica
A "ring of fire" annular solar eclipse occurred over Antarctica on Feb. 17, visible as a partial eclipse in some southern regions.
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A "ring of fire" annular solar eclipse occurred over Antarctica on Feb. 17, visible as a partial eclipse in some southern regions.
Comet Wierzchos makes its closest pass to Earth on Feb. 17, but it's too dim for the naked eye and low in the sky for many viewers.
An annular solar eclipse occurred over Antarctica on Feb. 17, visible as a partial eclipse in parts of southern Africa and South America. The next major eclipse is a total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026.
A 2026 annular solar eclipse created a "ring of fire" in the sky over Antarctica, visible to only a handful of people.
On Feb. 19, look west at sunset to see a thin crescent moon near Saturn. You might also spot Mercury and Earthshine on the moon.