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NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day Features Peculiar Galaxy Arp 78
Original: APOD: 2026 September 30 – Arp 78: Peculiar Galaxy in Aries https:// atlas.whatip.xyz/post.php?slug =apod-2026-september-
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 30, 2026 showcases Arp 78, a peculiar galaxy located in the constellation Aries. The image highlights the galaxy's unusual structure, catalogued by astronomer Halton Arp in his atlas of peculiar galaxies. Space enthusiasts and astronomy feeds are sharing the image and discussing the galaxy's odd features.
Why now: The daily Astronomy Picture of the Day regularly draws attention from space and science communities.
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