On February's final day, seven planets will align in what is termed a planetary parade, offering a rare astronomical event. While all seven are technically visible, visibility varies, with Mercury, Neptune, and Saturn low on the horizon in twilight, making them difficult to spot. Dr. Greg Brown of the Royal Observatory emphasizes that full parades featuring all seven planets occur infrequently, the next one expected in 2040. Comparatively, four to five-planet parades occur more regularly, but this specific event creates unique viewing opportunities for astronomy enthusiasts.
"A planetary parade is a moment when multiple planets are visible in the sky at the same time," said Dr. Greg Brown, an astronomer at the Royal Observatory Greenwich.
"Seven planets will appear to align in the night sky on the last day of February, making it a rare planetary parade event," as explained by Dr. Brown.
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