After the spectacular Stag Full Moon in July, it’s time for the Sturgeon Full Moon! A celestial spectacle to be admired with attention on August 9. But what exactly is so special about this moon with such a strange name? Let’s find out.
Why is the August full moon named after a giant fish?
On Saturday August 9, the night sky is set to offer us another breathtaking spectacle. As night falls, the full moon, known asthe “Sturgeon Moon“, will light up the sky. But why does it bear this strange name, and what’s so special about it?
The origins of its name are ancestral. The Sturgeon Full Moon owes its name to certain Amerindian tribes of the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain regions. It was at this time of year that they took advantage of ideal conditions to catch the coveted giant sturgeon. A scene that almost evokes the dreamlike world of Tim Burton‘s Big Fish.
A celestial rendezvous charged with symbolism and spirituality
The names given to the August full moon vary from culture to culture . From the“Harvest Moon“to the“Red Moon“, each people has its own way of identifying this summer full moon. Many aboriginal peoples have also attributed names to the moons according to the seasons or harvests – such as the “Flower Moon“,heralding spring.
And on a spiritual level, what influences might this full moon have on you, dear readers? According to astrology, the“Sturgeon Moon” will shine under the sign of Aquarius. It will radiate energies focused on the desire for freedom, authenticity, the desire for change and the quest for inner truth.
The August Full Moon takes place this Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 9:55 a.m. Paris time. In the evening, look up at the starry sky and let the light of this moon evoke change, clarity and renewal.