Hale-Bopp

I'll never forget comet Hale-Bopp. I remember being thrilled after finding it in my telescope before it was visible to the naked eye. And anyone who saw it in the spring of 1997 will never forget how it dominated evening sky. 10 years after its discovery, astronomers are still being captivated by this amazing comet. The first photo above was taken shortly after Hale-Bopp was discovered in 1995. The middle photo captures the stunning view most people remember from 1997. The bottom photo, taken in 2005, shows a faint Hale-Bopp still giving off a tail. You can read the article about this, along with a neat animated gif, here.