NASA's Mars Perseverance snaps selfie as Martian dust devil blows by
ABC NewsWednesday, May 21, 2025 at 6:49:08 PM
NASA's Perseverance rover just took a selfie on Mars—and it photobombed a swirling dust devil in the process. The rover’s latest snapshot gives us a rare, up-close glimpse of one of Mars’ fleeting weather phenomena, showing how active the planet’s surface really is.
What This Means: This isn’t just a cool space pic—it’s a reminder that Mars has its own dynamic weather, even if it’s not like Earth’s. For scientists, catching these moments helps them understand Martian wind patterns and dust movement, which could be crucial for future missions (or even human settlements). For the rest of us? It’s a jaw-dropping peek at another world’s personality.
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