Dark skies promise Eta Aquariid meteor shower will dazzle early birds this weekend
02-05-2024 22:00 via abc.net.au

Dark skies promise Eta Aquariid meteor shower will dazzle early birds this weekend

The Eta Aquariids are one of two meteor showers caused by leftover debris from Halley's comet, and this year could be a cracker — experts predict up to 21 meteors an hour. 
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