Captured in this wide-field frame, this image showcases the celestial ballet featuring Comet Pons-Brooks (12P), the Andromeda Galaxy (M31), the Triangulum Galaxy (M33), the Moon, and Jupiter. Against the backdrop of the night sky, Comet Pons-Brooks graces the scene as it journeys through the solar system, leaving a trail of wonder in its wake. The majestic Andromeda Galaxy, our neighboring spiral galaxy, and the Triangulum Galaxy, another member of our cosmic neighborhood, adorn the heavens with their spiral arms and stellar glow.

Adding to the cosmic spectacle, the Moon and Jupiter make their presence known, further enhancing the beauty of the scene. With its cratered surface illuminated by the Sun, the Moon serves as a familiar anchor in the night sky. Meanwhile, Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, shines brightly with its distinct bands of clouds and swirling storms. Together, these celestial objects offer a captivating glimpse into the vastness of the universe, reminding us of the interconnectedness of cosmic phenomena and the wonders that await exploration beyond our own world.

Comet Pons-Brooks, also known as Comet Brooks 2, is a periodic comet that was discovered independently by astronomers Jean-Louis Pons and William Robert Brooks. It belongs to the Jupiter-family of comets, meaning its orbit is strongly influenced by Jupiter's gravitational pull.

Like many comets, it consists of a nucleus of ice, dust, and rocky particles, surrounded by a glowing coma and often trailed by a luminous tail. These features result from the sublimation of volatile compounds as the comet approaches the Sun, releasing gas and dust into space.

The volatile compounds contained within comets are thought to be remnants from the formation of the solar system over 4.6 billion years ago, offering clues about the conditions and processes that occurred during that time.

Samit Raz Saha captured this stunning Comet and has given me the opportunity to post process the data.