Observation by Andrew Paterson: Solar Eclipse Just before Torality

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Andrew Paterson

Observer

Andrew Paterson

Observed

2026 Aug 12 - 18:26

Uploaded

2026 Aug 14 - 11:40

Objects

The Sun
Eclipse

Equipment

Nikon Coolpix P900

Exposure

1/60s f/8 ISO 100

Location

Vitoria-Gastiez, Spain

Target name

Eclipsed Sun with Prominences

Title

Solar Eclipse Just before Torality

About this image

The Sun taken just after I removed my filter as the corona was becoming visible. There was an excellent prominence just below the tiny area of photosphere still visible. The beginning and end of totality are the most spectacular parts, in my opinion.

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