April’s Full Moon Illuminates The Night Sky
April’s full moon is traditionally called the “pink moon” – with the pink in the name not referring to the moon’s actual colour, but to wild pink phlox, one of the earliest flowers of spring.
In ancient times, seasons were best tracked by full moons, and they were originally named by Native American tribes in the United States.
Tonight’s full moon as seen over Bermuda:
In a cosmic coincidence, the April full moon coincides with the first lunar eclipse of 2013 which was not visible from North America or Bermuda, but could be seen parts of Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia.
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I experienced this gleaming moon in the wee-hours this morning while out for a ride. I definitely seemed bigger and brighter than usual. No wonder the early humans worship it. Perhaps that and the fact that it have practical uses (seasons, harvest, …).
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It was amazing to see. Watched it rise up from South Shore, felt like you could reach out and grab it. Great picture Bernews!!