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Full Moon Names
Each full moon of the year has traditional names, often rooted in Native American, Colonial American, or other cultural traditions. These names are associated with the seasons and natural phenomena that occur during each month. Here are the names of each month's full moon:
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January: Wolf Moon - This name is inspired by the howling of wolves that could often be heard during the cold winter nights of January.
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February: Snow Moon - February is typically a snowy month in many regions, hence the name.
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March: Worm Moon - This full moon corresponds with the time when earthworms start to emerge from the thawing ground, a sign of spring.
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April: Pink Moon - Named for the pink flowers (such as wild ground phlox) that bloom in abundance during April.
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May: Flower Moon - May is known for the many flowers that bloom during this month as spring is in full swing.
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June: Strawberry Moon - Named after the ripe strawberries that are harvested in many parts of North America during June.
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July: Buck Moon - This moon is associated with the growth of new antlers on buck deer in North America.
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August: Sturgeon Moon - Named for the time when sturgeon fish are typically more abundant in North American lakes.
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September: Corn Moon - September's full moon is often associated with the time when corn (maize) is harvested.
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October: Hunter's Moon - This moon is named for the time when game is fattened and hunted in preparation for winter.
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November: Beaver Moon - It was traditionally the time to set beaver traps before the swamps and rivers froze, ensuring a supply of warm winter furs.
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December: Cold Moon - As the name suggests, December's full moon is associated with the onset of winter's cold and frost.
These names are part of folklore and have cultural significance in various societies. While they are not scientific names, they add a poetic and historical dimension to our understanding of the lunar calendar. Keep in mind that different cultures may have their own sets of lunar month names.
