Today, you’ll be able to see 2024’s first full moon, the “Wolf Moon.” January’s full moon is called the wolf moon because of two long-held beliefs: That wolves tend to howl most this time of year, and that they howl at the full moon.
Interestingly, both of these beliefs are sort of accurate. According to experts, wolves do indeed have seasonal cycles in which they are more vocal. These cycles align with their breeding season, which means in many places, they are starting to crescendo toward their peak around this time of year. And while wolves don’t actually howl at the full moon, the full moon does tend to help them see prey better, leading to excited, happy howling as they hunt.
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