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Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 11d

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1933: Left Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced 🔭🧪 July 28, 2026, 12:49:41 Full resolution img available at: jackiebranc.com/Nextcloud/in... Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1933 (July 28, 2026, 12:49:41 UTC) using the Left Mastcam-Z Camera. The image showcases a close-up view of a rugged, layered rock formation in Jezero Crater, featuring sharp ridges, weathered textures, and fine-grained sand. The intricate stratification and erosion patterns of the rock provide insights into the geological history and ancient environmental conditions of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 12d

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1933: L/R Mastcam-Z Cameras / enhanced mosaic 🔭🧪 July 29, 2026, 17:01:33 Source: mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/mul... Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced mosaic captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1933 (July 29, 2026, 17:01:33 UTC) using both the Left and Right Mastcam-Z Cameras. The image showcases a close-up view of the Martian surface in Jezero Crater, featuring a field of small, angular rocks and pebbles scattered across fine-grained sand. The intricate textures and varied sizes of the stones highlight the geological diversity and the dynamic, wind-shaped landscape of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 15d

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1932: Right Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced 🔭🧪 July 27, 2026, between 12:09:08 and 12:18:04 UTC Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #Mars #Perseverance

Series of enhanced images captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1932 (July 27, 2026, between 12:09:08 and 12:18:04 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The images showcase detailed views of the Martian surface in Jezero Crater, featuring rugged rock formations, fine-grained sand, and scattered pebbles. The intricate textures, stratification, and weathered surfaces of the rocks provide insights into the geological history and ancient environmental processes of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 15d

🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1932: Right Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced 🔭🧪 July 27, 2026, 12:20:41 Source:Mars_Perseverance_ZR0_1932_0838452189_303EBY_N0894246ZCAM09979_0340LMJ Full resolution img available at: jackiebranc.com/Nextcloud/in... Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1932 (July 27, 2026, 12:20:41 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The image showcases a close-up view of the Martian surface in Jezero Crater, featuring a field of scattered, angular rocks and pebbles embedded in fine-grained sand. The diverse sizes, shapes, and textures of the stones highlight the geological diversity and the dynamic processes shaping the rugged Martian landscape. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 16d

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1931: R Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced 🔭🧪 July 26, 2026, 12:46:49/12:51:27 Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1931 (July 26, 2026, 12:46:49 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The image showcases a close-up view of a rugged, layered rock formation in Jezero Crater, featuring a dark, shadowed cavity beneath an overhanging slab. The intricate textures and sharp shadows highlight the geological complexity and erosion processes shaping the Martian surface. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1931 (July 26, 2026, 12:51:27 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The image presents a detailed view of a weathered, angular rock resting on fine-grained Martian sand in Jezero Crater. The rock’s textured surface and the subtle ripples in the surrounding sand reveal the dynamic interplay of wind and geological activity on Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 17d

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1931: L and R Mastcam-Z Cameras / enhanced July 26, 2026, 11:02:20/10:56:48 Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #Mars

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1931 (July 26, 2026, 11:02:20 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The image showcases a close-up view of a rugged, layered rock formation in Jezero Crater, featuring sharp, angular textures and fine-grained sand. The intricate stratification and weathered surface of the rock provide insights into the geological history and ancient environmental conditions of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1931 (July 26, 2026, 10:56:48 UTC) using the Left Mastcam-Z Camera. The image presents a detailed view of the Martian surface in Jezero Crater, featuring a sloping, sandy terrain with scattered rocks and pebbles. The fine textures and subtle ripples in the sand highlight the dynamic, wind-shaped landscape of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 18d

🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1927: Right Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced 🔭🧪 July 22, 2026, 13:51:42 Source: Mars_Perseverance_ZR0_1927_0838013955_178EBY_N0894178ZCAM04429_1100LMJ Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc Full resolution img available at: jackiebranc.com/Nextcloud/in... #Mars

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1927 (July 22, 2026, 13:51:42 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The image showcases a close-up view of a rugged, layered rock formation in Jezero Crater, featuring intricate textures and sharp shadows cast by the Martian sunlight. The rock’s weathered surface, with its fine details and stratification, highlights the geological complexity and ancient environmental history of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 20d

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1927: Right Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced 🔭🧪 July 22, 2026, 10:30:56 Source: mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/mul... Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1927 (July 22, 2026, 10:30:56 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The image showcases a close-up view of a rugged, layered rock formation in Jezero Crater, featuring a prominent cavity and sharp, angular textures. The rock’s weathered surface, surrounded by fine-grained sand and scattered pebbles, highlights the geological complexity and ancient environmental processes of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 22d

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1917: Right Navigation Camera (Navcam) / enhanced mosaic 🔭 July 12, 2026, 15:15:32 Source: mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/mul... Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced mosaic captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1917 (July 12, 2026, 15:15:32 UTC) using the Right Navigation Camera (Navcam). The image presents a sweeping view of the Martian landscape in Jezero Crater, showcasing a rocky hillside with scattered boulders, fine-grained sand, and distant ridges under a pale, dusty sky. The terrain highlights the geological diversity and wind-shaped features of Mars, offering a glimpse into its ancient and rugged environment. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 23d

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1920: Right #Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced 🔭🧪 July 15, 2026 (Sol 1920), 13:47:29 Source: mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/mul... Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1920 (July 15, 2026, 13:47:29 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The image showcases a close-up view of the Martian surface in Jezero Crater, featuring a rugged, irregularly shaped rock surrounded by a field of scattered pebbles and fine-grained sand. The rock’s weathered texture and the diverse sizes of the surrounding stones highlight the geological complexity and ancient environmental processes of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· 29d

A C64 in the configuration and version shown in the photo, with a German keyboard. It was a turning point in my life—from BASIC to Assembly. I used to compete with a friend; we’d have fun encrypting messages and then had to decode each other’s messages. Next, the A600, A1200, and A2000.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jul 3

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1900: Left Navigation Camera (Navcam) / enhanced mosaic panorama 🔭 June 25, 2026, 15:04:22 Source: mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/mul... Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced mosaic panorama captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1900 (June 25, 2026, 15:04:22 UTC) using the Left Navigation Camera (Navcam). The image presents a sweeping view of the Martian landscape in Jezero Crater, showcasing the rover’s deck and hardware in the foreground. The background reveals a vast, sandy plain with scattered rocks, rolling hills, and a pale, dusty sky, highlighting the expansive and rugged beauty of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jul 2

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1903: Left #Mastcam-Z Camera / mosaic panorama 🔭🧪 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc 🚀 Processing space data keeps me going, but I quietly need a hand today. Sharing or supporting helps me start fresh: whydonate.com/fundraising/... #Mars #Perseverance #RedPlanet

Enhanced mosaic panorama captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1903 (June 28, 2026, 12:51–12:52 UTC) using the Left Mastcam-Z Camera. The image presents a sweeping view of the Martian landscape in Jezero Crater, showcasing a rocky, undulating terrain with scattered boulders, fine-grained sand, and distant hills under a hazy, dust-filled sky. The intricate details of the terrain highlight the geological diversity and ancient, wind-shaped features of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jul 1

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1903: L/R #Mastcam-Z Cameras | mosaic panorama 🔭🧪 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc 🌌 🙏 I process space data, but here on Earth I’m facing a difficult obstacle. Shares or support mean the world to me right now: whydonate.com/fundraising/... #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced mosaic captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1903 (June 28, 2026, 12:56–12:58 UTC) using both the Left and Right Mastcam-Z Cameras. The image showcases a sweeping view of the Martian landscape in Jezero Crater, featuring a sloping sandy plain dotted with scattered rocks and boulders. The terrain highlights the geological diversity and wind-sculpted features of Mars, with distant hills visible under a pale, dusty sky. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 17

3/3🧵 Full panorama Source: mars.nasa.gov/mars2020/mul... Full resolution image (9627x1925) available at: jackiebranc.com/Nextcloud/in...

Enhanced 10:2 mosaic panorama captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1889 (June 13, 2026, 15:21–15:23 UTC) using the Left Mastcam-Z Camera. The image presents a sweeping, ultra-wide view of the Martian landscape in Jezero Crater, showcasing rolling sandy plains, scattered rocky outcrops, and distant hills under a pale, dusty sky. The expansive terrain highlights the geological diversity, wind-sculpted features, and the vast, desolate beauty of Mars, offering a comprehensive perspective of the rover’s surroundings. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 17

2/2🧵cropped No.2

Enhanced 10:2 mosaic panorama (cropped 2) pcaptured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1889 (June 13, 2026, 15:21–15:23 UTC) using the Left Mastcam-Z Camera. The image presents a sweeping, ultra-wide view of the Martian landscape in Jezero Crater, showcasing rolling sandy plains, scattered rocky outcrops, and distant hills under a pale, dusty sky. The expansive terrain highlights the geological diversity, wind-sculpted features, and the vast, desolate beauty of Mars, offering a comprehensive perspective of the rover’s surroundings. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 17

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1889: Left #Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced mosaic 10:2 panorama, cropped No.1 🔭🧪 June 13, 2026, 15:21/23 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced 10:2 mosaic panorama (cropped 1) pcaptured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1889 (June 13, 2026, 15:21–15:23 UTC) using the Left Mastcam-Z Camera. The image presents a sweeping, ultra-wide view of the Martian landscape in Jezero Crater, showcasing rolling sandy plains, scattered rocky outcrops, and distant hills under a pale, dusty sky. The expansive terrain highlights the geological diversity, wind-sculpted features, and the vast, desolate beauty of Mars, offering a comprehensive perspective of the rover’s surroundings. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 17

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1891: L-R #Mastcam-Z Cameras / enhanced mosaic 🔭🧪 June 15, 2026, 12:35 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced mosaic captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1891 (June 15, 2026, 12:35 UTC) using both the Left and Right Mastcam-Z Cameras. The image showcases a close-up view of the Martian surface in Jezero Crater, featuring a rugged, textured rock formation with fine-grained sand and scattered pebbles. The intricate details of the rock’s surface and the surrounding terrain provide insights into the geological processes and ancient environmental conditions of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 16

1/2🧵 Happy Bloomsday! 🎩📖 Dusting off this poster I designed a few years back to celebrate the day that started it all in Dublin. There’s something timeless about Joyce’s prose and that iconic sense of place. #Bloomsday #JamesJoyce #Ulysses #GraphicDesign #Dublin #16June

Happy Bloomsday! 🎩📖

Dusting off this poster I designed a few years back to celebrate the day that started it all in Dublin. There’s something timeless about Joyce’s prose and that iconic sense of place.

Raising a glass (and a Guinness) to Mr Bloom today. Cheers! 🍻☘️

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 14

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1889: Right #Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced mosaic panorama 🔭🧪 June 13, 2026, 15:28/29 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 9

🚀 My latest portfolio section showcases image processing and visualization projects built from #NASA and #ESA mission data, including Mars 2020, #Juno, #JWST and #Mars Express ⬇️ 🌌 jackiebranc.com/space-image-... #citizenscience #astronomy #ImageProcessing #Jupiter #Io #Juno #Perseverance #SWRI

$From left to right: Mars 2020 Perseverance: A panoramic, reddish-brown view of a rocky Martian hill, with part of the Perseverance rover’s frame visible in the foreground. Text: "Mars 2020 Perseverance rover journey. Processing of cams images from NASA's Perseverance rover." Jupiter and moons: A dramatic composition on a black background showing the Great Red Spot on Jupiter (with vibrant orange and cream bands), alongside the colorful moons Io (pockmarked yellow-orange) and Europa (blue-icy surface). Text: "Jupiter and its Galilean moons. Processing of JunoCam images from NASA's Juno spacecraft." JWST deep field: Mosaic showing countless galaxies in vibrant blues, reds, and golds, with sparkling diffraction spikes. Text: "James Webb Space Telescope Image Processing. Calibration, enhancement, and color mapping of JWST datasets." Mars & Phobos: A color-calibrated view showing the detailed surface of Mars' major volcano, Olympus Mons, with a smaller panel inset showing the lumpy, cratered surface of its moon Phobos. Text: "Mars & Phobos. Processing of HRSC cam images from ESA’s Mars Express spacecraft."$

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 6

1/2🧵 🔭 2731 NGC 3324 "Cosmic Cliffs" in the Carina Nebula #JWST (25% resolution) ⛏️ Digging in the archives PI: Klaus Pontoppidan @pontoppi.bsky.social NIRCam: F444W,F444W-470N,F200W,F335M,F187N,F090W Credit: #NASA/ #ESA/ #CSA/ STScI/ Jackie Branc #CarinaNebula #CosmicCliffs #nebula #NGC3324

James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) image of NGC 3324, known as the 'Cosmic Cliffs,' captured on June 3, 2022, using NIRCam filters (F444W, F444W-F470N, F200W, F335M, F187N, F090W). This stunning observation reveals the edge of a massive, young, star-forming region in the Carina Nebula, showcasing towering cliffs of gas and dust, glowing with the light of newborn stars. The intricate structures, illuminated by intense ultraviolet radiation, highlight the dynamic processes of stellar birth and the interplay between light and matter in this cosmic landscape. Credit: NASA/ESA/CSA/STScI/Jackie Branc. #JWST

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 6

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1879: Right #Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced mosaic panorama 🔭🧪 June 3, 2026, 12:55 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced mosaic panorama captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1879 (June 3, 2026, 12:55 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The image presents a vast, sweeping view of the Martian landscape in Jezero Crater, showcasing undulating sandy plains, scattered rocky outcrops, and distant hills under a pale, dusty sky. The terrain highlights the geological diversity and ancient, wind-sculpted features of Mars, offering a glimpse into its desolate yet captivating environment. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 5

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1879: #WATSON Camera / enhanced images June 3, 2026 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Jackie Branc

Enhanced close-up image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1879 (June 3, 2026) using the WATSON Camera. The image showcases a detailed view of Martian rock formations in Jezero Crater, revealing intricate textures, stratification, and weathered surfaces. These features provide valuable insights into the geological history and ancient environmental conditions of Mars. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· Jun 5

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1879: Right #Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced mosaic panorama June 3, 2026, 13:24/25 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced mosaic panorama captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1879 (June 3, 2026, 13:24–13:25 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The image showcases a close-up view of a rugged, layered rock formation in Jezero Crater, with sharp ridges, weathered textures, and fine-grained sand filling the crevices. The intricate stratification and erosion patterns provide valuable insights into the geological history and ancient environmental conditions of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· May 20

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1863: Right Navigation Camera ( #Navcam ) / enhanced mosaic panorama 🔭 May 17, 2026, 12:47:57 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced mosaic panorama captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1863 (May 17, 2026, 12:47:57 UTC) using the Right Navigation Camera (Navcam). The image presents a vast, sweeping view of the Martian landscape in Jezero Crater, showcasing the rover’s deck in the foreground with its scientific instruments visible. The background reveals a sprawling, sandy plain dotted with small rocks and distant hills under a pale, dusty sky, highlighting the expansive and desolate beauty of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· May 20

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1865: Left #Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced May 20, 2026, 13:28:51 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1865 (May 20, 2026, 13:28:51 UTC) using the Left Mastcam-Z Camera. The image showcases a close-up view of a rugged, layered rock formation in Jezero Crater. The rock features sharp, angular textures, a small cave-like opening, and a weathered, eroded surface, surrounded by fine-grained Martian soil. The intricate details provide insights into the geological processes and ancient environmental conditions of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· May 18

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1862: Right #Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced 🔭🧪 May 17, 2026, 15:02:56 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced image captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1862 (May 17, 2026, 15:02:56 UTC) using the Right Mastcam-Z Camera. The image showcases a rugged, rocky outcrop in Jezero Crater, featuring a steep, layered terrain with sharp, angular boulders and fine-grained sand. The intricate textures and stratification of the rocks provide insights into the geological history and sedimentary processes of Mars. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· May 18

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1863: Left Navigation Camera ( #Navcam ) / enhanced mosaic panorama 🔭 May 17, 2026, 12:44:25 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance

Enhanced mosaic panorama captured by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Sol 1863 (May 17, 2026, 12:44:25 UTC) using the Left Navigation Camera (Navcam). The image presents a vast, sweeping view of the Martian landscape in Jezero Crater, showcasing undulating sandy dunes, rocky outcrops, and subtle elevation changes. The terrain highlights the geological diversity and ancient, wind-sculpted features of Mars, with a pale, dusty sky in the background. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Jackie Branc.

Jackie Branc@jackiebranc· May 17

1/2🧵🔴 Mars Perseverance Sol 1862: Right #Mastcam-Z Camera / enhanced 🔭🧪 May 16, 2026, 12:55:50 Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc #RedPlanet #Mars #Perseverance #NASA #ASU #JPL-Caltech #MarsInDetail #SpaceLovers #SpaceExploration #MarsRover #ExploreMars

$A detailed Martian landscape captured by the Perseverance rover on Sol 1862. The scene features a rugged, tan-and-reddish hillside littered with numerous rocks and boulders of various sizes. On the left, a sharp, prominent rock formation with fractured layers rises against a hazy, pale-blue Martian sky. Light-colored windblown sand patches are visible between the scattered stones in the foreground, showcasing the arid and desert-like terrain of Mars. mage Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech/ASU/Jackie Branc.$