(Web Desk) – The full moon in June provided a stunning backdrop to St Paul’s Cathedral and the Shard in central London._x000D_
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Stargazers dazzled by Strawberry Moon as red heavenly body lights up the night sky in spectacular pics._x000D_
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The Strawberry Moon could also be seen around the world with it being shown off to stunning effect in Frankfurt, Germany as well as Hungary._x000D_
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Meanwhile in Prague, the moon provided a perfect backdrop to the Jan Zizka statue at the National Monument._x000D_
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It also lit up the ancient Temple of Poseidon in the Sounio area near Athens, Greece._x000D_
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Its arrival marks the seventh full moon of the year, after a rare Blue Moon appeared last month. While its nickname may conjure up the image of a glowing red orb, the “Strawberry Moon†is actually to do with the season it arrives, rather than any distinct colour._x000D_
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Each full moon has a different nickname relating to what is happening during that month of the year, for example May’s Flower Moon or September’s Harvest Moon._x000D_
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Originating from Native American tribes, particularly the Algonquin tribe, the June full moon is named for the fruit as it marks the start of wild strawberry season in northeastern parts of North America._x000D_
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This full moon differs from the others in the calendar because it is in the lowest-hanging position, which creates the illusion of the moon being larger at this time of year._x000D_
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It won’t technically be pink or red but, according to Nasa, its low position can sometimes give the full Moon a reddish or rose colour._x000D_
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Another name given to the phenomenon is Mead Moon or the Honey Moon – a time when honey is ripe and ready to be harvested, potentially to be turned into mead. The moon will reach its peak in the early hours of Tuesday, according to the Royal Observatory Greenwich._x000D_
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Anyone wanting to catch a glimpse is advised to head for high ground for the best views._x000D_
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Weather forecasters say the best chance for clear skies will be across the Midlands and southern England._x000D_
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The next full moon will be the Buck Moon, which was named after the time male deer sprout new antlers, which will appear on July 29.
