A partial lunar eclipse happens when the Earth passes between the sun and moon, casting a shadow that darkens a sliver of the moon and appears to take a bite out of it.

placeholder image — A partial lunar eclipse happens when the Earth passes between the sun and moon, casting a shadow that darkens a sliver of the moon and appears to take a bite out of it.

In pictures: Skywatchers enjoy partial eclipse and supermoon

By Staff reporter

Published 18th Sep 2024, 08:40 GMT

Updated 18th Sep 2024, 08:55 GMT

Skywatchers have been treated to a partial lunar eclipse and a supermoon, all rolled into one.

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