Comet Halley's multiple tails

Comet Halley's multiple tails (February 22). (ESO Press Photo eso8607; Colour) This image was taken using a special custom-made telescope which was dismantled shortly after the comet went away.

Credit:

ESO

About the Image

Id:eso8607a
Type:Observation
Release date:6 March 1986
Related releases:eso8607
Size:1332 x 1701 px

About the Object

Name:Comet Halley
Type:Solar System : Interplanetary Body : Comet : Tail
Category:Solar System

Image Formats

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Colours & filters

BandWavelengthTelescope
Optical
B
426 nm Other