Elizabeth Dohrer Latest articles by Elizabeth Dohrer Animals in space By Elizabeth Dohrer published 27 January 22 The first animals reached space in 1947, but it wasn't until 1960 that animals orbited Earth and landed safely. Missions Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MORE FROM SPACE...1Space auction: Sally Ride memorabilia collection sells for $145,0002Why does Mars look purple, yellow and orange in ESA's stunning new satellite image?3US military cuts climate scientists off from vital satellite sea-ice data4ISS astronaut captures a rare phenomenon from orbit — a giant 'sprite' above a thunderstorm5'Humanity’s time is over!’ Apple TV+ drops release date and intense first teaser for 'Invasion' Season 3
Animals in space By Elizabeth Dohrer published 27 January 22 The first animals reached space in 1947, but it wasn't until 1960 that animals orbited Earth and landed safely.
