On the night of August 28, a partial lunar eclipse occurred that was visible over the iconic Colosseum in Rome, Italy. The astronomical phenomenon covered 96% of the lunar disk, creating an impressive visual spectacle against the night sky of the Italian capital.
During the eclipse, the Moon presented characteristic reddish tones, resulting from the way sunlight passes through Earth's atmosphere during the phenomenon. This coloration is caused by the scattering of blue and green light, with only red and orange tones remaining.
The phenomenon is known as the Sturgeon Moon, a traditional designation that dates back to the fishing practices of North American natives. The sturgeon was an abundant fish at this time of year in the Great Lakes, and indigenous peoples named this full moon based on their subsistence activities.
The partial lunar eclipse occurs when Earth positions itself between the Sun and the Moon, partially blocking the sunlight that normally illuminates our natural satellite, thus creating the conditions for this type of astronomical phenomenon.
