The full moon in October is also known as the “hunter’s moon” because it marks the beginning of the hunting season, signaling to hunters to begin preparing for colder conditions, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. The “hunter’s moon” follows the “harvest moon,” a moon phase that signals the best time for harvesters to reap their crops.

October's full Moon is also called the Hunter's Moon, as it occurs at the time of year when hunters would traditionally have been most active - planning for the winter months ahead and hunting animals for food. This year the Hunter's Moon will take place just after midday on Thursday 17 October at 12.26pm.

Skywatchers: The supermoon on Oct. 17 is the closest moon's orbit to Earth this year and will appear huge and bright in the night sky. Here's what to know.