Spotted over New Zealand’s South Island, a stunning ‘UFO cloud’ called the ‘Taieri Pet’ always reappears in the same spot. This elongated altocumulus standing lenticular cloud (ASLC) forms when winds meet the mountains, creating atmospheric waves that cool and condense water vapor into its mesmerizing shape.

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Unusual “UFO Cloud” Always Reappears in the Exact Same Spot Over New Zealand’s South Island

If you've ever looked in the sky and saw a UFO-shaped cloud, don't worry. There's a scientific explanation for it.

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