Aurora from Space . ... Credit Copyright: Don Pettit , ISS Expedition 6 , NASA Explanation: What do auroras look like from space? From the ground, auroras dance high above clouds , frequently causing spectacular displays . The International Space Station (ISS) orbits just at the same height as many auroras , though. ... ISS Science Officer Don Pettit captured a green aurora, pictured above in a digitally sharpened image. ... Have you seen today's: Space Station Picture of the Day ? ...