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Strawberry Moon 2021: Amazing facts to know about the celestial eventStargazers across the globe cast their eyes skyward today to witness a rare celestial event, as the heavens aligned to bring a spectacular Strawberry Moon. Here we take a look at some amazing facts about this rare phenomenon.
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Strawberry Moon 2021: Amazing facts to know about the celestial event
Strawberry Moon 2021: Amazing facts to know about the celestial event
The celestial event is called Strawberry Moon as it marks the beginning of ripening of berries, blackberries or raspberries. Credit: Reuters Photo
Unlike other eclipse, this event is not something where the Moon does everything itself, though. The colour appears a bit different due to a little trick of our mind known as ‘The Moon Illusion’. Credit: Reuters Photo
Strawberry marks the beginning of the summer season and the places around equator experience the longest day of the year at this time. Credit: AFP Photo
It is also referred as mini-Moon as the Moon appears 14% smaller than its size. Credit: AFP Photo
Unlike the other supermoons, skygazers can witness this celestial event with naked eye. Credit: AFP Photo
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(Published 24 June 2021, 18:14 IST)