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Strawberry Moon: Nature’s Amber Glow | Oakland News
This week’s full moon—nicknamed the Strawberry Moon—glowed amber just after moonrise Monday, marking the first summer full moon. Though slightly smaller due to its distance from Earth (a micromoon), you won’t notice the difference. Named by Native American tribes like the Algonquin for berry harvesting, it’s also called the Hoer or Blooming Moon, tying us to ancient natural cycles. The warm hue? Caused by Earth’s atmosphere, not the moon itself. More full moons ahead, including supermoons—don’t miss the Buck, Sturgeon, and others this year. Support the show:Get a discount at…
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