Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 14, 2022

The Falcon and the Hunter's Moon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 14, 2022 is “The Falcon and the Hunter's Moon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Seeley). The original explanation runs about 117 words.

From the explanation

“The Full Moon of October 9th was the second Full Moon after the northern hemisphere autumnal equinox, traditionally called the Hunter’s Moon. According to lore, the name is a fitting one because this Full Moon lights the night during a time for hunting in preparation for the coming winter months.”

— APOD editors, October 14, 2022

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 14, 2022
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Seeley
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 117 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 14, 2022 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2022-october-14-the-falcon-and-the-hunters-moon

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