The “Devil Comet” known as Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks is currently making a rare appearance in the night sky, creating quite a buzz among stargazers. Last year, the comet had an eruption that left it with two distinctive trails of gas and ice resembling devil horns, hence earning its intriguing nickname.
Comets like 12P/Pons-Brooks are frozen remnants from the early days of our solar system, with some of the largest measuring tens of miles wide. This particular comet has a history of violent outbursts caused by sunlight and solar radiation heating its core.
Currently visible from the Northern Hemisphere with the help of binoculars and telescopes, experts predict that the comet may become visible to the naked eye by the end of the month. It is expected to brighten even more as the month progresses and will remain visible until early May.
There is even speculation that the “devil comet” may make an appearance during the total solar eclipse on April 8, adding an extra element of excitement for skywatchers.
Discovered in 1812, Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks takes a staggering 71 years to orbit around the sun, making sightings of this phenomenon extremely rare. So be sure to take advantage of this unique opportunity to witness the “devil comet” before it disappears from view once again.
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