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Rare Phenomenon Pink Moon will Decorate the Sky Starting Tonight

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Dream - The Pink Moon or pink full moon phenomenon will decorate the sky starting tonight, Wednesday, April 5, 2023, until Thursday, April 6, 2023.

Quoted from the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) website, the Pink Moon is a phenomenon of a full moon that occurs every April.

This astronomical phenomenon is also called the Easter Moon because it coincides with Easter Sunday, a holy day for Christians.

However, the Pink Moon does not always coincide with Easter. Because the Easter Moon can also coincide with the Worm Moon, which is a full moon that occurs every March.

History of the Name Pink Moon

According to Andi Pangerang, a Researcher at the National Space Research Center BRIN, the name Pink Moon refers to the Farmer's Almanac in the United States.

This phenomenon coincides with the blooming of Phlox or a type of Geranium flower that is pink in color.

The phlox flower only grows in the American continent, so the color pink does not refer to the pink full moon but rather the seasonal phenomenon that characterizes the full moon.

“Each full moon has its own name according to the season that occurs at that time,” said Andi as quoted from the BRIN website.

Schedule and Impact of Pink Moon 2023

According to Andi, the Pink Moon 2023 phenomenon can be observed starting tonight, April 5, 2023, and its peak will decorate the sky on April 6, 2023.

During this period, the Moon will rise from the east after sunset, culminate in the south at midnight, and set in the west before sunrise.

Like a typical full moon, the Pink Moon phenomenon will cause higher tides, especially during the day and night.

This happens because the configuration between the sun, earth, and moon forms a straight line.

In addition, the Pink Moon also has an impact on the biology of animals because some creatures are sensitive to moonlight.

How to Observe the Pink Moon

To observe the Pink Moon, make sure the weather is clear and free from clouds. The field of view must also be free from obstacles such as trees, buildings, poles, and so on. Avoid light pollution that interferes with the view.

Therefore, the best areas to observe this Full Moon phenomenon are in suburban areas, rural areas, and remote areas.

“To capture it, you can use a mobile camera with manual or pro mode. In addition, you can also use a DSLR camera,” said Andi.

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.
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