In pics: October hunter’s moon lights up night sky, offers stunning display for sky-watchers around the world

Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

October hunter's moon delivered an impressive display for skywatchers globally. Explore the breathtaking photos that captured this extraordinary event.

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The full moon in October, often referred to as the Hunter's Moon, also known as the Falling Leaves Moon or the Blood Moon, reached its peak during the night of October 17-19.(Parker Seibold/The Gazette via AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

The full moon in October, often referred to as the Hunter's Moon, also known as the Falling Leaves Moon or the Blood Moon, reached its peak during the night of October 17-19.(Parker Seibold/The Gazette via AP)

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Supermoons occur when the Moon is at its closest point to Earth, making it appear larger and brighter than usual—up to 15% brighter and 30% bigger than typical full moons.(Robert Cohen/St. Louis Post-Dispatch via AP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

Supermoons occur when the Moon is at its closest point to Earth, making it appear larger and brighter than usual—up to 15% brighter and 30% bigger than typical full moons.(Robert Cohen/St. Louis Post-Dispatch via AP)

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The full moon in October is known as the Hunter's Moon because it marks the time of year when hunters were historically most active, preparing for the upcoming winter by hunting animals for food.(Photo by KARIM JAAFAR / AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

The full moon in October is known as the Hunter's Moon because it marks the time of year when hunters were historically most active, preparing for the upcoming winter by hunting animals for food.(Photo by KARIM JAAFAR / AFP)

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The Hunter's Moon was the nearest and most notable of the four supermoon full moons in 2024, located 222,055 miles (357,363 kilometres) from Earth. (REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

The Hunter's Moon was the nearest and most notable of the four supermoon full moons in 2024, located 222,055 miles (357,363 kilometres) from Earth. (REUTERS/Jose Luis Gonzalez)

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Skywatchers around the world gathered at dusk to witness the full moon rising in the east while also catching a rare sight of a comet, with its long tail visible, in the western sky.(REUTERS/Lisi Niesner) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

Skywatchers around the world gathered at dusk to witness the full moon rising in the east while also catching a rare sight of a comet, with its long tail visible, in the western sky.(REUTERS/Lisi Niesner)

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Regardless of its distance from Earth, a full moon is always most striking when it rises on the eastern horizon just after sunset, bathed in a soft, muted orange glow.( REUTERS/Lisi Niesner) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

Regardless of its distance from Earth, a full moon is always most striking when it rises on the eastern horizon just after sunset, bathed in a soft, muted orange glow.( REUTERS/Lisi Niesner)

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In 2024, there were supermoons in August, September, and an upcoming one in November, but October's Hunter's supermoon was the largest and brightest of the year.(REUTERS) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

In 2024, there were supermoons in August, September, and an upcoming one in November, but October's Hunter's supermoon was the largest and brightest of the year.(REUTERS)

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The upcoming full moon, known as the "Beaver Moon," will rise on Friday, November 15.(Photo by Hussein FALEH / AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

The upcoming full moon, known as the "Beaver Moon," will rise on Friday, November 15.(Photo by Hussein FALEH / AFP)

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The brightness and beauty of the Hunter's Moon attract the attention of both astronomers and casual skywatchers alike.(Photo by Sergei GAPON / AFP) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

The brightness and beauty of the Hunter's Moon attract the attention of both astronomers and casual skywatchers alike.(Photo by Sergei GAPON / AFP)

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The best places to observe the Hunter's Moon are open areas away from city lights, such as parks, mountains, and rural locations.(REUTERS/Alexey Pavlishak) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Oct 19, 2024 01:15 pm IST

The best places to observe the Hunter's Moon are open areas away from city lights, such as parks, mountains, and rural locations.(REUTERS/Alexey Pavlishak)

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