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November’s beaver moon will illuminate the night sky in all its glory starting Sunday and will reach its full phase at 4:16 a.m. ET on Monday, according to EarthSky.
NASA’s Dr. Noah Petro reveals that each full moon is unique due to libration, providing a different perspective for sky-gazers each month. Weather permitting, the beaver moon will be visible to observers north or south of the equator, appearing to be full for about a day prior and after its full phase.
For the best viewing experience, Dr. Petro recommends finding a space with an unobstructed view of the sky. While no equipment is required, a pair of binoculars or a telescope can enhance the finer details of the moon.
Dr. Petro also discusses NASA’s ongoing space operations involving the moon, including the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, creating a 3D map of the lunar surface, and the upcoming Artemis II mission, which aims to send four astronauts on a historic trip around the moon in late 2024.
More on the beaver moon
The beaver moon’s name reflects the animal’s behavior this time of year during the North American fur trade from the 1500s to the 1800s. It has also been called the digging moon, frost moon, and freezing moon by various indigenous groups.
Remaining celestial events for 2023
The final full moon of the year is the cold moon on December 26, while the Leonids meteor shower will be visible until December 2, followed by the upcoming Geminids and Ursids meteor showers in December. Don’t miss these celestial events!
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