Namibian salt flats look like an alien planet | Space photo of the day for Oct. 12, 2026

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What happened

The Etosha Pan in northern Namibia, the largest salt flat in the country, looks otherworldly in this satellite photo.

Key facts

  • Reported by Space.com and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:00:00 UTC.

Why it matters

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