NASA’s Perseverance rover has captured one of its sharpest Mars panoramas yet, showing the Red Planet in a surprisingly blue light. On May 26, 2025, the rover’s Mastcam-Z camera took 96 separate images at a location called “Falbreen,” which scientists then stitched together to create a detailed 360-degree view. The enhanced-color version of the panorama shows the Martian sky in a striking blue shade – quite different from Mars’ actual reddish appearance. This color enhancement wasn’t done to trick viewers but to highlight details that might otherwise be missed. “The relatively dust-free skies provide a clear view of the surrounding … Continue reading Perseverance’s 96-Image 360° Panorama Reveals 40-Mile Blue Martian Horizon