NASA image reveals Boston feature that's "one of only three in the world"

NASA image reveals Boston feature that's "one of only three in the world"

The unusual set of feature was shaped by glaciers more than 20,000 years ago.

Boston Harbor Geologic Wonder: NASA Image Reveals Rare Formation - Breaking Latest News

Boston’s Frozen Past: How Drumlin Islands Reveal a Changing Coastline NASA’s recent image of Boston Harbor, showcasing its remarkable drumlin islands, isn’t just a pretty picture – it’s a window into a dramatically different past. These elongated hills, barely visible amidst the bustling harbor today, hold a story of immense glacial power and a coastline perpetually reshaped by ice. These weren’t formed overnight; they’re a testament to the dyna…

NASA Image Reveals Boston Feature That's 'One of Only Three in the World'

NASA Earth Observatory has unveiled a new image of Boston Harbor's drumlin islands, highlighting these rare geological formations—one of only three worldwide—that were carved out by glaciers more than 20,000 years ago.Captured by the Landsat 8 Operational Land Imager on 19 July 2024, the photograph shows an aerial view of the harbor, and the 34 islands and peninsulas that form the National and State park, drawing attention to its historical and …