Explore the mysterious worlds of Pluto and its largest moon, Charon, with this exhibition-quality composite image captured by NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft. This enhanced color image showcases the distinct features of both bodies, revealing fascinating surface details that contrast and compare their unique terrains.
Story Behind the Image:
Captured during New Horizons’ historic flyby on July 14, 2015, this composite highlights the striking similarities between Charon’s polar red terrain and Pluto’s equatorial red region, offering a rare comparison of these distant Kuiper Belt objects.
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Image Credit: NASA, APL, SwRI
Explore the mysterious worlds of Pluto and its largest moon, Charon, with this exhibition-quality composite image captured by NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft. This enhanced color image showcases the distinct features of both bodies, revealing fascinating surface details that contrast and compare their unique terrains.
Story Behind the Image:
Captured during New Horizons’ historic flyby on July 14, 2015, this composite highlights the striking similarities between Charon’s polar red terrain and Pluto’s equatorial red region, offering a rare comparison of these distant Kuiper Belt objects.
Exhibition-Quality Canvas and Paper Prints: Our prints ensure vibrant and lasting quality.
Perfect For:
- Space enthusiasts
- Home and office decor
- Educational institutions and museums
Image Credit: NASA, APL, SwRI








