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Buck Moon lights up Devon and Cornwall skies
BBC • • general
Key Points:
- The July full Moon, known as the Buck Moon, was visible across Devon and Cornwall on Tuesday night, peaking at 15:36 BST on Wednesday.
- The Buck Moon is named for the period when male deer grow new antlers, while the Royal Observatory also calls it the Thunder Moon due to frequent summer storms, and the Hay Moon after the hay harvest.
- Clear skies are expected on Wednesday night, increasing the likelihood of good visibility for moon watchers in the region.
- Local Weather Watchers from Devon and Cornwall captured images of the moon on Tuesday night.
