Capturing the Crimson Celestial Spectacle: The March 2025 Blood Moon Eclipse

Last month, I had the incredible opportunity to witness and capture the breathtaking March 2025 Blood Moon Eclipse. It's a truly magical event where our celestial neighbor takes on a distinct, often reddish hue. For those who might be curious, a 'blood moon' isn't fundamentally different from a regular lunar eclipse; the term simply refers to the color the Moon can appear when it's fully eclipsed.

The Science Behind the Scarlet Hue

During a total lunar eclipse, the Earth passes directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the lunar surface. However, some sunlight is still able to filter through Earth's atmosphere and bend towards the Moon. Our atmosphere scatters blue light more effectively than red light, much like it causes the sky to appear blue during the day. This process leaves the longer, redder wavelengths of light to pass through and illuminate the Moon, giving it that characteristic 'blood moon' appearance.

My Astrophotography Journey

I managed to capture this stunning view using my Xiaomi Redmi 10 Pro, attached to a Celestron Astromaster 130 EQ telescope with a 25mm eyepiece. Getting a clean image from Autostakkert was a bit of a learning curve for me, but I'm thrilled with the final stacked result! Here's a look at what I captured:

It's always a rewarding experience to connect with the cosmos through photography. Events like these remind us of the dynamic and ever-changing nature of our solar system and the universe beyond.

Have you ever witnessed a lunar eclipse? Share your experiences in the comments below!