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The evil "Deer Full Moon" in mid-July: the peak of emotions under the sign of Capricorn
July 2025 will be marked by the "Deer Full Moon", which will be visible both in Moscow and in other Russian cities. The astronomical phenomenon got its name because this month young deer begin to grow horns. Astronomers are impatiently waiting for the "Deer Moon" to appear in the sky, and astrologers are already predicting what effect the sign of Capricorn, in which the Earth's satellite will be located, will have on people. Izvestia tells us what kind of full moon it is and when it will happen.
"Deer Moon" — the time of the full moon and why it is so called
The bright July full moon will come almost in the middle of summer and will delight the inhabitants of Russia, who will be able to observe it with the naked eye. The exact time of the arrival of the full moon is July 10, 2025, 23:39 Moscow time. The Deer Moon will appear surrounded by several stars — Deneba, Vega and Altair.
This astronomical event got its beautiful name — "Deer Full Moon" — from folklore. The fact is that at this time, new velvet horns begin to grow in North American deer, Igor Tirsky, popularizer of astronomy and cosmonautics, author of the Telegram channel "Tirsky", told Izvestia.
— Astronomically, the full moon is the moment when the Earth is almost exactly between the Sun and the Moon, in a straight line. At this moment, the entire dayside of the satellite is illuminated by the Sun, and we see it as a smooth bright disk. The alignment of the celestial bodies is almost complete, but if it were perfectly accurate in the plane of the orbits, an eclipse would occur. Most often, the Moon passes slightly above or below this line, so lunar or solar eclipses do not occur every full moon or new moon," Tirsky said.
According to him, the "Deer Moon" will coincide with the visibility of some interesting objects in the northern latitudes.
— The full moon will be near Antares, the bright star of the constellation Scorpio. It is easy to see with the naked eye, even despite the brightness of the moon. Antares shines with a red-orange light, which is why it can be confused with Mars. Hence its name Ant–Ares, the opponent of Mars–Ares.
The autumn-summer triangle of stars that will accompany the "Deer Moon" — Vega, Deneb and Altair - is also clearly visible in the sky above the satellite. These three bright stars from the constellations of Lyra, Cygnus and Eagle form a recognizable figure and serve as an excellent landmark in the night sky from midsummer to autumn.
— It will be especially interesting in the morning: Venus always shines like a spotlight, and just these days it is approaching Aldebaran, the bright orange star in Taurus. Nearby there are clusters of Pleiades, an easily recognizable mini-bucket. Towards the end of the month, Jupiter also returns — it will reappear in the morning sky, and it will also be visible to the naked eye. Jupiter is one of the brightest objects in the night sky after the Moon," said Igor Tirsky.
According to him, to understand where the star is in the sky and where the planet is, you need to remember that the stars twinkle, but the planets do not. The weak light of the stars passes through the turbulent atmosphere, and the planets, being closer and larger, shine with a denser and more even light.
— The full moon is visible without anything — just go out in the evening and look to the east. The peculiarity of the full Moon is that the shadows from the relief are minimal, and it appears flat. It is best to view the moon a day or two before or after the full phase. At this time, more expressive details appear on the border of light and shadow — the terminator: mountains, craters, "seas". During the full moon itself, the relief is almost invisible: the surface looks flat and very bright. If you still want to look through a telescope at this very moment, it's worth considering: the full Moon can even blind you for a short time," Tirsky warned.
To reduce the apparent brightness, astronomers use special lunar filters or caps with small holes in their telescopes. They reduce the flow of light and make observation more comfortable.
You won't need optics to observe the bright stars on this day either. Venus, Jupiter, Antares, Aldebaran, Vega are clearly visible to the naked eye if the sky is clear or when the moon is shining. Galaxies and nebulae cannot be observed at this time because the light from the Earth's satellite is too bright.
— Interestingly, full moons have different names in folklore — in addition to "Deer", there are "Strawberry", "Snow", "Thunderstorm" and so on, and also "Blue Moon", which is not at all about color, but about rarity. This is the name given to the second full moon in one calendar month. This happens infrequently, hence the expression "once in a blue moon" appeared in English — "once in a hundred years," said Igor Tirsky, a popularizer of astronomy.
The impact of the full moon in July 2025 on the human psyche and health
Science considers the full moon to be just one of the phases of the satellite, but in culture it is attributed mystical properties, the astronomer notes.
— There are many myths associated with the full moon: from turning into werewolves to an outbreak of insanity and an increase in the number of births. There is no scientific evidence for these effects — neither criminal statistics nor medical data show a correlation of changes with lunar phases. It's more about cultural and psychological expectations than about physical influence," emphasized the popularizer of astronomy.
The "Deer Moon" can have different effects on people — someone decides to take care of their health during this period, get refreshing haircuts, resort to cosmetology, and sometimes even to astrology to find out the twists of their own fate.
Despite the fact that studies do not confirm the influence of the Moon on humans, many people remain concerned about this event. The human psyche invariably faces the influence of the full moon, as various superstitions fuel existing fear and anxiety.
To maintain emotional health, you should relax and take into account that the full moon is just a cosmic phenomenon. Both relaxing tea and contacting a specialist will help to maintain mental balance: for example, to a psychotherapist or a neurologist who will prescribe appropriate medications aimed at reducing tension and anxiety.
What astrologers say about the full moon in the constellation of Capricorn
The astrological forecast for the "Deer Moon" in Capricorn was given to Izvestia by astrologer and tarologist Boris Zak. According to him, at this time, career achievements will manifest themselves to the fullest, since Capricorn is an ambitious and specific sign, responsible for career and public recognition.
According to Boris Zak, this phase of the moon is perfect for setting specific long-term goals that directly affect life, and breaking them down into equally clear tasks. In addition, July 10 is an auspicious day to put things in order and get rid of what has already outlived itself.
It is important on this day not to avoid responsibility and to restrain emotions. The astrological forecast promises an unfavorable day for those who decide to be excessively harsh and act without a plan on the full moon.
There are also specific recommendations for the full moon for zodiac signs.
So, Aries needs to pay special attention to work and show restraint in this area.
Taurus will be successful in setting goals related to long-distance travel and moving abroad.
For many Gemini, the topic of investing and managing other people's finances becomes relevant — this is where it is important to draw up a clear plan of action.
Cancers should put all the dots on the "and" in relationships both at work and at home.
For Lviv, it will be especially important to structure everything in their work responsibilities.
Virgo can make plans to develop their hobbies and creative abilities.
Libra has every chance of successfully solving housing issues if they also approach this issue wisely and wisely.
Scorpios should pay attention to gaining additional knowledge before the "Deer Moon" leaves the sky.
It is especially important for Sagittarians to put their finances in order on this full moon. The full Moon will help them calculate everything and distribute income correctly.
For Capricorns, the full moon will raise issues of personal development and struggle with their own limiting beliefs.
For Aquarians, this time promises good luck in esoteric studies, especially astrology and numerology.
Pisces has every chance of achieving success in social activities, especially if they can think through their every step.
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