NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover captured this image of a rock with human face-like features, notable a nose and mouth, or at least when viewed from the side. It was photographed using its Right Mastcam-Z camera, which are a pair of cameras located high on the rover’s mast.
Where can you find Perseverance now? The rover is currently reaching new heights as it ascends the rim of Jezero crater (over 984 feet in elevation higher than the original landing site), enroute to its first campaign science stop Dox Castle. This is a region of interest due to its potential to host ancient Mars’ bedrock in the exposed rocks on the rim.
- Feed a passion for science and technology – Kids can learn more about the challenges of space exploration with this LEGO Technic NASA Mars Rover...
- Conduct a test flight – This advanced building kit for kids ages 10 and up includes a buildable toy version of NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter, which...
- AR brings the mission to life – The accompanying augmented reality app experience lets kids dive into the details of the rover and its mission
This photo was selected by public vote and featured as ‘Image of the Week’ for Week 189 (Sept. 22 – 28, 2024) of the Perseverance rover mission on Mars,” said NASA.
