Hubble Space Telescope
News from the Hubble Space Telescope operated by the Space Telescope Science Institute (@spacetelescope) in partnership with NASA.
405,919
Followers
182
Following
4,899
Tweets
201.7
Avg Engagement
3,359
Listed
No
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @HubbleTelescope's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2008-06-19
- Verification:No
- Location:Not specified
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,184
- Avg Likes per Tweet:138.9
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:62.9
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,184 tweetsThe account consistently receives high engagement, with an average of 6,923 likes and 1,241 retweets per tweet. This indicates a strong and active community interested in space-related content.
138.9
Avg Likes/Tweet
62.9
Avg Retweets/Tweet
442,170
Total Likes
200,181
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
25
Median Likes
19
Median Retweets
169
75th Percentile
38,913
Top Tweet
0.5
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Mixed
Balanced content approach
57.7%
Original
12.9%
Replies
27.1%
Retweets
2.3%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
2.4%
With Media
71.7%
With Links
52.0%
With #Tags
39.6%
With @Mentions
4.0%
With Emojis
183
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.22
Reply/Original Ratio
0.08
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Highly Bursty
Posts in concentrated bursts
97.2%
Weekday Posts
2.8%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,184 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 862 retweets (27% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,184 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersThe primary audience includes science enthusiasts, astronomy lovers, and students interested in space exploration. The content also appeals to a broader audience interested in stunning visuals and scientific breakthroughs.
Below Average
Audience Quality
38.1%
Suspicion Index
55.8%
Low-Quality %
3
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
66.5%
Empty Bio
57.1%
<10 Tweets
4.5%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
77.0%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
93.4%
No URL
45.0%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
26,514,672
Total Potential Reach
3
Median Follower Reach
22
75th Percentile Reach
1.6%
>1K followers
0.2%
>10K followers
0.1%
>50K followers
0.0%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
24.3%
Creators
12,160 accounts
18.6%
Consumers
9,314 accounts
57.1%
Dormant
28,526 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
727
Verified Followers
0.73% of total
8,237
Protected Accounts
8.24% of total
3 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,103,780 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @miguelhotero | 1,929,163 | Journalist | Politics, Journalism, Leadership |
| @astro_timpeake | 1,518,699 | Astronaut | Soldier, Pilot, Parent |
| @DiscoverMag | 1,256,284 | Science Communication | Science, Readers, Matters |
| @NatlParkService | 1,191,113 | Park Ranger | Nature, Conservation, Exploration |
| @samrujlok | 951,726 | Documentary Filmmaker | Documentary, Streaming, Global |
| @kellyslater | 886,803 | Surfer | surfing, humor, activism |
| @nonprofitorgs | 774,293 | Nonprofit Advocate | Nonprofits, Digital Marketing, Fundraising |
| @claudiacisneros | 643,418 | Journalist | Feminism, Human Rights, Climate Change |
| @THE_THEO_FORD | 469,320 | - | - |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
37,106
Followers With Bio
62,894
Followers Without Bio
37.11%
% With Bio
62.89%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,184 analyzed88,875
Combined Engagement
42,343
Total Likes
46,532
Total Retweets
17,775
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
20%
With Hashtags
20%
With @Mentions
80%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
RT @NSF: You're looking at the first ever image of a black hole. It was captured by the #NSFFunded @ehtelescope project. #ehtblackhole #Rea…
The location vs The shot https://t.co/Ae5Lj8TSSY
How it started (1997): How it’s going (2018): https://t.co/mHy9eEw1qG
Hubble observed a curious linear feature that was first dismissed as an imaging artifact from the telescope’s cameras. But follow-up observations reveal it is a 200,000-light-year-long chain of young blue stars created in the wake of a runaway black hole: https://t.co/l9ZiR0EeRX
Happy 241st anniversary to Uranus, discovered by William Herschel on this day in 1781! This Hubble image shows the planet with faint rings and … what are those six white spots surrounding the planet? https://t.co/a9zsqNg88V https://t.co/gFb70ZqTnh
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account frequently shares visually striking images that highlight the beauty of space. It emphasizes scientific discoveries and the history of the Hubble telescope. The content often includes links to detailed articles or further information, encouraging deeper engagement.
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rates above platform average
- + Established follower base of 405,919
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @HubbleTelescope reveals an well-established Twitter presence with 405,919 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 201.7 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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