A beautiful evening along the lakeshore on Sunday, August 10, 2025 was capped off by a Sturgeon moon rising over Lake Ontario at Cobourg.
The Sturgeon Moon’s name comes from the sturgeon, a freshwater fish that was once abundant in the Great Lakes in North America around this time of year, according to Time and Date. Sturgeon can measure over 6 feet long and weigh around 200 pounds.
What does sturgeon moon mean in astrology? During this “extra special” full moon, Jupiter and Venus will align in the sign of Cancer, and the energy it creates will allow people to get settled into a support system they find within themselves, family members and/or a group of close friends, according to Grim.
What is the legend of the sturgeon moon? The name dates back centuries, originating from the abundance of sturgeon fish in the Great Lakes during late summer. Native American tribes, such as the Anishinaabeg, also call it the Wild Rice Moon, while NASA notes that it’s known in other regions as the Green Corn Moon or Grain Moon.
What is the benefit of the sturgeon moon? This Sturgeon Moon is here to help you find healthy ways to emotionally detach within reason. This isn’t about avoidance or spiritual bypassing. It’s about honoring the kind of distance that helps you witness without spiraling
Author: Pete Fisher
Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love
