This is a meterological phenomena called a sundog, basically a rainbow in the clouds.

The photo was taken from the deck of the carferry SS Badger, based in Ludington, MI. Visible on the left of the frame is the Ludington pierhead light, and on the right is the Ludington USCG station.

 

"Scenic 17"

 

 

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