# The Largest 2D Map of the Universe Has Just Been Revealed

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Podcast: [Bedtime Astronomy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bedtime-astronomy-6846704)
Published: 2026-08-28T09:00:23+00:00
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## Resource

The DESI Legacy Imaging Surveys have unveiled the largest 2D color map of the universe, cataloging nearly four billion celestial objects across 75% of the sky. Built from more than 260,000 telescope exposures and infrared data, this publicly available atlas will help scientists explore dark energy, dark matter, and gravitational lenses—while providing a crucial foundation for future observatories. Thank you for listening to Bedtime Astronomy — your guide to the cosmos. New episodes on space exploration, NASA missions & the latest astronomy breakthroughs. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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