Sturgeon Moon

The Full Moon appearing this evening is named after North America's largest fish - the sturgeon.  Other names for this Full Moon include Green Corn Moon, Grain Moon, Barley Moon and Fruit Moon. 

The Full Moon in August is called the Sturgeon Moon as a consequence of the great number of sturgeon that were once found in the lakes and rivers in North America.  It’s likely that with the arrival of European settlement the name was taken from native-American usage.  While there are fewer of this spectacular fish today the name remains.

Fingers-crossed for good viewing conditions this evening.

Edit to add - Beautifully clear skies and here it is......

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