An illustration of the full “Beaver Moon.” The Epoch Times/Shutterstock/alexkoral/Jody Ann/Photonetwork21/Marek Rybar/Francisco Blanco
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In the economic history of America’s largest rodent, November was always the time when beaver pelts were at their fullest and thus in highest demand among early Colonial traders.
Perhaps for this reason—and others that incorporate Native American folklore—the November lunar cycle has traditionally been called the “Beaver Moon,” and this upcoming full Beaver Moon will be the largest supermoon of 2025.
Michael Wing
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Michael Wing is a writer and editor based in Calgary, Canada, where he was born and educated in the arts. He writes mainly on culture, human interest, and trending news.
