We can't actually see Venus at night! It's a common misconception.

Here's why:

* Venus is an inner planet: This means it orbits closer to the Sun than Earth does.

* Venus reflects sunlight: It's not a light source itself.

* Visibility depends on position: We can only see Venus when it's positioned between the Sun and Earth, reflecting sunlight towards us. This happens during the day or near sunrise/sunset.

So, when you see a bright "star" in the evening sky, it's likely Venus, but it's actually reflecting sunlight, making it visible after sunset. The same goes for the morning sky, where Venus can be seen before sunrise.