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Is There Anything Special About July's Full Buck Moon?

The moon’s Aquarius placement is expected to amplify communication and social themes, with astrologers saying Aries and Aquarius may feel the strongest effects.

  • On Wednesday, July 29, the Full Buck Moon reaches peak illumination in the United States at 10:36 a.m. EDT, rising around sunset and remaining visible throughout the night.
  • The Old Farmer's Almanac states the name originates from North America, where male deer typically grow new velvet-covered antlers during summer, while the Cree and Tlingit traditionally called it the Feather Moulting Moon or Salmon Moon.
  • Astronomy Outreach International Astronomical Union coordinator Antony Gomez clarified this is not a supermoon, noting size variations depend on orbital position. Kaitlyn Martin called it a particularly pretty full moon if skies remain clear.
  • Astrologers associate this moon in Aquarius with social and expressive energy, while the Medieval Castle of Larnaca hosts a concert on Wednesday, July 29, featuring singer Vakia Stavrou and pianist Manolis Neophytou.
  • Skywatchers can anticipate the next full moon in August, known as the Sturgeon Moon, completing the lunar cycle following this month's celestial display.
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Wild ‘buck moon’ to grace Aussie skies

A wild lunar phenomenon – expected to be bright enough to outshine two meteor showers – is set to delight Aussie stargazers.

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