In 1982, Venera 14 survived long enough on Venus to transmit actual audio from the planet’s surface, capturing wind, lander vibrations, and the harsh environment of Earth’s closest planetary neighbor. These sounds come from one of the most extreme places ever explored. Follow @spaceeves #Venus #Venera14 #PlanetaryScience | SpaceEve

EarthSky | The 5 petals of Venus and its 8-year cycle

Venus Resources - NASA Science

A look inside NASA’s mission to Venus