harvest moon
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According to his online profile, this 4 1/2-month-old ink spot with harvest moon eyes lived for belly rubs.
From Salon
The harvest moon refers to the full moon that appears closest to the fall equinox.
From Los Angeles Times
The harvest moon is the name given to the full moon that occurs nearest to the autumn equinox, which this year occurs on 22 September.
From BBC
The harvest moon, the full moon closest to the fall equinox, is associated with farming.
From Los Angeles Times
A hunter’s moon is the full moon that follows the harvest moon, which is the full moon closest to the September equinox, according to EarthSky.
From Seattle Times
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