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What is 'worm moon' that can be seen today in India? Here's time & significance

  • The last full moon of the astronomical winter season will occur on March 7th at around 6:10 pm in India.
  • This full moon is known as the Worm Moon and is named after the appearance of earthworms in North America as the ground begins to thaw.
  • Traditional names for the March full moon include the Sap Moon, the Crow Moon, and the Lenten Moon in Europe.
  • Astronomical seasons are defined by the Earth's position in its orbit around the Sun and each season lasts for 90 or 92 days, ending and beginning on an equinox or solstice.

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