fata morgana
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The Fata Morgana is a special type of superior mirage, a term assigned to mirages that are manifest in objects appearing taller or higher than they actually are.
From Washington Post
The Fata Morgana made headlines two weeks ago, when a floating ship was photographed offshore of Cornwall, England.
From Washington Post
Instead, his image captures a rare phenomenon known as the “Fata Morgana,” a sight coveted by mariners and meteorologists alike for its curious, devilish bending of light.
From Washington Post
That’s why there are mirages in one of the scenarios — a Fata Morgana, specifically, or a “castle in the air,” which is actually the image of the distant shoreline seen under specific conditions.
From The Verge
In the afternoon heat, Fata Morgana cliffs shimmer on the horizon.
From Science Magazine
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