Today, August 6, 2025, is not a full moon. The moon is currently in its waxing gibbous phase, meaning it's more than half illuminated and the illuminated portion is increasing. It will be a full moon on August 9th, and is known as the Sturgeon Moon.

It is 91% illuminated.

Here's why it's called the Sturgeon Moon:

Abundance of Sturgeon: During August, these tribes found that the large, freshwater lake sturgeon were most plentiful and therefore easiest to catch in these waterways.

Important Food Source: These fish were a vital food source for these Indigenous communities.

Traditional Naming: Full moon names throughout the year are often derived from seasonal activities or observations about the natural world that were important to Native American cultures.

While this is the most common

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