Earth is home to an estimated 3 trillion trees, while our Milky Way galaxy contains about 400 billion stars. It’s fascinating to think that there are actually more trees on our planet than stars in our galaxy—a reminder of how rich and extraordinary our world truly is.
This photo brings both worlds together: a single prominent tree standing under the bright arc of the Milky Way, with additional trees softly visible in the background, adding depth to the night landscape. The scene was captured in Bethel, Sullivan County, New York, under a dark and beautifully clear night sky.
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| A Tree and the Milky Way |
Captured with the Canon EOS Ra — 10 seconds, ISO 16,000, f/2.8 using the Canon EF 16–35mm f/2.8L II USM. The bright asterism known as the Summer Triangle—formed by the stars Vega, Deneb, and Altair—is clearly visible between trees. Photographed in Bethel, Sullivan County, New York.
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