The peculiar cloud was discovered on Jupiter through an image captured by the Juno probe. According to experts, the appearance of recognizable shapes in random objects is a psychological phenomenon called pareidolia.
A recent image published by NASA has left many speechless: in a photograph of the planet, a cloud appears to have the exact shape of a dolphin. This unusual detail generated great interest among space lovers and scientists.
The peculiar cloud was discovered in an image captured by the Juno probewhich since 2016 has been exploring Jupiter. Scientists, analyzing the data sent by this probe, composed the image and noticed the surprising silhouette. The dolphin-shaped cloud “swims” among the striking bands of clouds in Jupiter’s South Temperate Belt, at a latitude of approximately 32 to 59 degrees south.
Jupiter’s atmosphere is known for its chaotic patterns and towering storms. The planet’s intense winds and complex atmospheric interactions shape the clouds into unusual shapes, which in this case resulted in a recognizable shape.
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Juno’s mission
The appearance of recognizable shapes in random objects is a psychological phenomenon called pareidolia. In this case, the perception of a dolphin in Jupiter’s atmosphere is a illusion created by our mind when trying to make sense of a vague and unknown form. Scientists Brian Swift and Seán Doran, while processing Juno data, came across this figure and shared it, marveling observers around the world.
The Juno probe continues its mission to study the atmosphere and meteorological dynamics of Jupiterwith its JunoCam camera capturing fascinating images that are sent to Earth for analysis. This unusual find shows that, even in space, coincidences and human imagination can bring amazing images to life.
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