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astronomy2 years ago•4 min saved

Spectacular Taurid Fireball Show Lights Up the Sky

The Southern Taurids meteor shower, known for its fireballs, will reach its peak this weekend, offering a stunning display for stargazers. The optimal viewing time is after midnight, and despite the moon's brightness, the Taurids' luminosity should make them visible. The shower originates from Comet Encke, and while lower rates of activity are expected this year, the unpredictable nature of meteor showers leaves room for unexpected occurrences. The Southern Taurids will continue until December 8, overlapping with the Northern Taurids, which peak on November 12. Meteor showers occur when Earth passes through a stream of debris left by comets or asteroids, creating a natural light show in the night sky.

via Earth.com|

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astronomy2 years ago•1 min saved

"Rare Chance to Witness Spectacular 'Fireball' Meteor Shower Tonight"

The Southern Taurids meteor shower, which has been active since September, will peak tonight, offering a chance to see fireballs streaking through the night sky. The Taurids are part of a meteor stream originating from comet Encke and are known for their rich display of fireballs. To increase the chances of spotting one, find a dark spot away from light pollution and focus on the area where Jupiter is located. Other meteor shower peaks, such as the Leonids, Geminids, and Ursids, are expected later this year.

via Newser|

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space2 years ago•1 min saved

"Get ready for a spectacular meteor shower this weekend: Southern Taurids set to light up the night sky"

The Southern Taurids meteor shower is set to peak this week, offering viewers the opportunity to witness shooting stars or fireballs streaking across the night sky. The meteor shower, which has been active since September, is caused by the Taurid meteor stream originating from the Comet Enke. To increase chances of viewing, experts recommend finding a dark location away from light pollution and scanning the sky near Jupiter. While the Taurids can produce bright fireballs, they typically yield only about five meteors per hour.

via NPR|

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astronomy2 years ago•3 min saved

"Get Ready for a Spectacular Cosmic Light Show: Taurid Meteor Shower Peaks This Weekend!"

The Southern Taurids meteor shower, known for its bright fireballs, is set to peak this weekend, offering stargazers a chance to witness its mesmerizing display. The Taurid meteor streams, produced by debris left by Comet Encke, become visible between September and November. While not particularly frequent, the meteors are big and bright, resulting in an increase in fireball activity. The best time to observe the shower is after midnight and before dawn, with the Taurus constellation high in the sky. No special equipment is needed, and the shower can be seen practically anywhere on Earth except the South Pole.

via USA TODAY|

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astronomy2 years ago•2 min saved

Taurid Meteor Showers Illuminate Skies Worldwide

The Taurid meteor showers, known for their fireballs, will have two peak nights falling five days apart. The Southern Taurid meteor shower will peak on November 6-7, while the Northern Taurid meteor shower will peak on November 11-12. Both showers offer fewer than 10 shooting stars per hour. The Northern Taurids are expected to have a notable increase in fireball activity. The showers are named after the constellation Taurus, but are not associated with it. The sky conditions will be better for the Northern Taurids, with a waning crescent moon and dark skies during the peak.

via Livescience.com|

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astronomy2 years ago•5 min saved

"Stargazers Alert: Witness the Spectacular Taurid Meteor Shower's Fiery Orange Fireballs Tonight!"

The Taurid meteor shower, one of the longest meteor showers of 2023, begins tonight. Although not the most active, it produces bright, long-lasting meteors known as fireballs. The shower consists of two streams: the Southern Taurids and the Northern Taurids. The Southern Taurids start this weekend and peak in mid-October, while the Northern Taurids peak in November. Both streams radiate from the constellation Taurus the Bull. The best time to see the meteors is after midnight when Taurus is high in the sky. The Southern Taurids have the potential for fireballs, making them worth watching. The Taurid meteor shower is caused by debris from Comet Encke, a short-period comet with a nucleus of about 4.8km in diameter.

via BBC Science Focus|

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