New Research Reveals Jupiter's Great Red Spot Is a Younger Storm

Study suggests the iconic storm formed around 1831, replacing an earlier vortex observed in the 17th century.

Jupiter's Great Red Spot, long thought to be centuries old, is now believed to have formed about 190 years ago.
The original storm observed by Giovanni Cassini in 1665, known as the 'Permanent Spot,' likely disappeared by the mid-18th century.
Researchers used historical data and computer simulations to differentiate between the two storms.
The Great Red Spot has been shrinking over time, currently measuring about 8,700 miles in diameter.
Future studies will explore the storm's longevity and potential for further changes.