Massive observatories and orbiting telescopes like the Hubble typically dominate the conversation when it comes to deep space. However, a multi-million-pound budget isn't always required to witness a cosmic event. A rare traveller from interstellar space was recently documented without the help of a government agency.
Instead, a dedicated enthusiast tracked the mysterious object straight from a garden. As the object makes its rapid departure back into the interstellar void, a clear image has emerged from the Pacific Northwest, proving that significant celestial tracking is no longer the sole province of professional institutions. Patrick Finney, an astrophotography enthusiast from Portland, Oregon, captured a 'scientifically significant' shot of Comet 3I/ATLAS from his backyard.
