A few months into the year, the list of astronomical phenomena to take into account before it ends is considerable. However, there are still weeks for two of the most relevant: the partial lunar eclipse November and Orionid Meteor Shower from December.
Even so, astronomy lovers will be in luck because before all this they will be able to make their mouths in the form of full moon. This Wednesday October 20 they will be able to enjoy the Hunter’s Moon, also known as the Blood Moon.
Why is it called Hunter’s Moon?
The Hunter’s Moon it’s the full moon of October and is the one that occurs closest to autumn equinox, so in the northern hemisphere it occurs between the months of October and November.
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His name is from pagan origin And it’s because this full moon marks the right time for hunt. The reasons for such a claim are that the animals had been fattened to make it through the upcoming winter better, so they were larger, and because the crops had already been harvested and it was easier to locate them.
The October full moon is also called by other names, such as Soft moon in China or Sowing Moon in South Africa. Another is from Blood Moon or Blood Moon, which is attributed in medieval English, Waking Moon, Egg Moon or Pink Moon.
When will the October full moon be seen?
According to the Spanish Society of Astronomy, in Spain the Hunter’s Moon will begin to be visible from 04:57 hours and it will last all night. In addition, a lunar illusion will take place: an optical effect that makes the moon appear much larger on the horizon.
Any full moon near the horizon makes it appear larger and Orange, so it acquires a yellow or orange or reddish hue.
The next full moon that we can see in the skies will be the November 19, 2021, which is known as the Beaver Moon.
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