January Wolf Moon will “eat” Mars

The name of the Wolf Moon likely refers to the howling of wolves that is often heard during this time of year. It’s thought that wolves howl more during the winter due to hunger, to communicate with their pack, or because it is their breeding season.  On January 13, the first full moon of the year, …

The July full Moon is named the Buck Moon because it is around the time when new antlers of buck deer begin to grow with coatings of velvety fur.

The July Full Moon Is Called The Buck Moon

The July full Moon is called the Buck Moon because it is around the time when new antlers of buck deer begin to grow. Traditional names for each full moon in a year often come from various sources, including Native American, Colonial American, and other North American folklore. These names were used to track the …

The Flower Moon of May, surrounded by the soft springtime blooms of night-blooming flowers.

The May full Moon is called the Flower Moon 

The May full Moon is called the Flower Moon due to the abundance of flowers that typically bloom in this month. Traditional names for each full moon in a year often come from various sources, including Native American, Colonial American, and other North American folklore. These names were used to track the seasons and often …