Astronaut Captures Stunning Nighttime View of Earth from ISS
An astronaut aboard the International Space Station captured a striking image of Earth's limb, showcasing the Florida Peninsula and Cuba at night. The photograph highlights the phenomenon of moonglint, where the Moon's light reflects off the water surface at the same angle as the observer. Taken at 2:23 a.m. EST on March 19, 2025, the image reveals city lights across Florida, including Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, as well as Havana, Cuba. The photograph provides a unique perspective on the Earth's curvature and the distribution of urban lights, with undeveloped areas like Lake Okeechobee appearing dark.