Beaver Moon: Supermoon pictured above West Midlands

Alex McIntyre

BBC News, West Midlands

5 hours ago

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An incredible shot of the supermoon rising behind Manstone Rock on The Stiperstones in Shropshire
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The moon glowed a pale yellow as it hovered over Manstone Rock
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The supermoon pictured above Tipton
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The supermoon was glowing brightly in the skies above Gnosall, Staffordshire
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The supermoon was shot in close detail over Halesowen
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The moon shone brightly above Hall Green in Birmingham
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The moon was clearly visible over Middleport Pottery in Stoke-on-Trent
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The moon glowed orange in the sky above Stockingford in Nuneaton
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The supermoon was clearly visible in Telford as the sun was setting
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The moon shone brightly against a pink-coloured sky above Wolverhampton

Photographers across the West Midlands captured stunning images of the supermoon in the sky on Thursday.

November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last chance for people to see a supermoon this year.

It is due to peak later on Friday when the moon's orbit takes it to its closest point to Earth.

It will not be quite as bright as last month's Hunter's Moon but should still be fully visible to stargazers.

Full moons throughout the year are given names that reflect what is happening in nature.

The Beaver Moon likely got its name because it happens at the time of year beavers are particularly active as they prepare for the winter months ahead.

Another interpretation is that Native American tribes would set beaver traps before the swamps froze, ensuring a supply of warm winter furs.

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Beaver Moon: Supermoon pictured above West Midlands

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