'From worm to Blood Moon': March's eclipse will wow the world, here's what will happen
Produced by: Mohsin Shaikh
Blood Moon
On March 14, the Worm Moon will turn into a deep red "Blood Moon" during a total lunar eclipse — but this stunning sight won’t be visible from India (NASA).
Eclipse Timeline
Starting late March 13 at 11:57 p.m. EDT and peaking at 2:59 a.m., the eclipse will light up skies in the Americas — sadly out of sight for India and much of Asia.
Celestial Shift
The Worm Moon eclipse also marks the changing of seasons, as daylight grows longer toward March 20’s spring equinox, symbolizing rebirth and renewal.
Star Companions
As the Moon glows red, Jupiter, Mars, and Orion will shine nearby — a celestial show reserved for Western Hemisphere viewers this time.
Pothole Moon
Dubbed the "Pothole Moon" in modern folklore, this March full moon reflects the earth’s thaw and rough roads — even if India misses the eclipse, the full moon will still shine bright.
Worm Origins
“Worm Moon” comes from Native American tribes, signaling when earthworms return to thawing soil — a time of new life and growth in nature.
Planet Watch
March skies offer Venus and Mercury shifting to mornings, while Jupiter and Mars dominate evenings — a spectacle visible from India, even if the eclipse isn’t!
Orion’s Farewell
Orion the Hunter, a favorite winter constellation, fades from view as spring nears, visible in both American and Indian skies — one last chance to catch him.
Galactic View
Look up to the Orion Arm of the Milky Way, studded with stars like Rigel and Betelgeuse — a cosmic panorama for all hemispheres to enjoy, even without the eclipse.