The full moon is the lunar phase when the Moon appears fully illuminated from Earth’s perspective. The full moon occurs roughly once a month, and each full moon during the year is commonly known by different names or has different meanings.
What Is A Cold Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
Due to little cloud cover in December, the full moon's light looks almost icy when reflected off the frosty ground.
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What Is A Beaver Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
During the time of the fur trade in the US, the Beaver Moon indicated it was time to trap beavers for their thick, warm pelts.
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What Is A Hunter’s Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
Did you know that once every three years, the full moon of October is known as the Harvest moon?
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What Is A Harvest Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
Did you know that the full moon closest to September Equinox is known as the Harvest Moon?
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What Is A Sturgeon Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
In August, the first full moon is called the Sturgeon Moon and is named after the primitive fish species.
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What Is A Buck Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
The full moon of July is known as the buck moon because it's the time of year when all bucks' horns are fully grown.
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What Is A Strawberry Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
Did you know the full moon of June is called a strawberry moon because it represents trees bearing fruit?
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What Is A Flower Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
The Flower Moon is the first full moon of May and gets its name from the bounty of flowers growing in unison in May.
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What Is A Pink Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
The Pink Moon is the full moon of April. The name is linked to the pink-colored flowers that are in bloom during spring.
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What Is A Worm Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
The full moon of March is known as a worm moon because this is when the ground thaws in the northern hemisphere.
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What Is A Snow Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
Many full moons throughout the year have a name, and that of February is called a snow moon.
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What Is A Wolf Moon?
Becca Marsh
Dec 3, 2022
In Native American culture, the first full moon of the year is known as a Wolf Moon.