A vibrant strawberry moon graced the skies of Russia on June 11th, captivating observers with its reddish-golden hue. This year’s June full moon, known as the “strawberry moon,” is notable for its low position in the sky, particularly for those in the Northern Hemisphere.

The moon’s distinctive color and apparent size are due to optical effects caused by its low angle relative to the horizon, which results in light refraction. The next time such a low full moon will be visible is not expected until 2043, making this a relatively rare celestial event.

Residents across various Russian cities, including those in the Moscow and Yekaterinburg regions, shared their delight at the spectacle.

In related news from last year, sightings of an unidentified glowing object, likened to a UFO, were reported across multiple Russian regions, including Belgorod, Rostov, and Moscow.