In today's image, we see a video showing a total lunar eclipse which was visible from Tajikistan in 2011. A lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes into Earth's shadow and becomes dim and red. Another lunar eclipse will occur later today or tomorrow (depending on your location.)
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