Perseverance lander has a pet rock....

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NASA's Mars Perseverance rover has inadvertently picked up a small rock, humorously referred to as its "pet rock." This rock is hitching a ride on the rover as it explores the Martian surface. The situation has sparked lighthearted comparisons to Charlie Brown's famous line about having a rock. The incident highlights the rover's ongoing mission and the unexpected discoveries that can occur during space exploration. Such moments add a touch of personality to the scientific endeavors on Mars.
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"I got a rock" - Charlie Brown. (It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown)
 

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