NASA Earth Observatory published an update on October 13, 2026, identifying the October 2026 satellite puzzler image as Spider Crater in Western Australia. The image was captured by Landsat 9, and the observatory linked to an Image of the Day story titled “An Impact Structure With Legs.” The first reader to correctly identify the location was credited as mb, and the update thanked readers who submitted guesses or noted geologic details.

The puzzler was originally posted on October 6, 2026, inviting readers to identify an unexplained satellite image and share clues, the suspected location, or notable features. Responses were submitted through a form under the topic “Puzzler Answer,” with an optional preferred name or alias. The observatory said answers would be posted about a week after the challenge, along with a link to a fuller Image of the Day explanation.