Beaver Moon Supermoon Photographed Over West Midlands

Striking images of the supermoon visible in the sky were captured by photographers across the West Midlands on Thursday. November’s full moon, referred to as the Beaver Moon, represents the last chance for people to observe a supermoon this year. It is anticipated to peak later on Friday when the moon’s orbit positions it at its closest point to Earth. Although it will not be quite as bright as last month’s Hunter’s Moon, it should still be fully visible to stargazers. Full moons throughout the year are assigned names that correspond to events occurring in nature. The Beaver Moon likely acquired its name because it occurs during the time of year when beavers are especially active as they prepare for the winter months ahead. Another interpretation posits that Native American tribes would set beaver traps before the swamps froze, thereby securing a supply of warm winter furs. For additional pictures, follow BBC Birmingham, BBC Coventry & Warwickshire, BBC Hereford & Worcester, BBC Shropshire, BBC Stoke & Staffordshire, and BBC Wolverhampton & Black Country on Instagram. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.