article_snippet: But now researchers say researchers have an answer - high intensity winds are distorting a ‘wave’ of clouds to produce a stretched effect.
article_snippet: winds pushing a 'wave' of clouds on the planet move faster at higher altitudes, creating the odd shape .
article_snippet: Y’ shape, as the clouds at the top and bottom of the shape are moved more quickly. '
article_snippet: As the clouds are pushed through the atmosphere, those either side are dragged behind, giving the whole planet a ‘stretched’ appearance when viewed in ultraviolet wavelengths.
highlights_snippet: These winds move faster at higher altitudes, creating the odd shape .
  