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Six-Planet Parade Lines Up Along the Ecliptic as Jupiter Shines Brightest

The visual lineup reflected our line of sight along the ecliptic, making Uranus and Neptune optical targets.

Six-Planet Parade Visible Before Dawn as Mercury Hits Greatest Elongation

Six-Planet Parade Continues as Mercury Rises and Moon Approaches