Keen stargazers around the world have been dazzled by the sight of a "blood moon" — or total lunar eclipse — with the spectacular sight even visible from Australia.

The blood moon could be seen across the country, but only Western Australia, parts of South Australia and the Northern Territory were able to see the whole eclipse through all its stages.

Asia had the best seats in the house this time, while countries across Europe also enjoyed nice views.

Unlike a "blue" or "strawberry" moon — which gets its name based on the time of year it appears, a blood moon gets its name from the red hue it takes on during an eclipse .

When the Earth, Moon and Sun align, the reddish appearance is caused by rays of sunlight around the outer edge of the eclipse shadow refracting onto the lunar surfac

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