During a total solar eclipse, the moon's shadow sweeps across Earth. Those in the shadow's path see the total eclipse. Those outside the path of the shadow may see varying stages of a partial eclipse.

A few of our favorite images of the waning crescent moon and dazzling planet Venus in the early-morning sky.

Acorn woodpeckers can be found in the North American West, and in Mexico and Central America. They harvest acorns directly from oak trees, then store the nuts in individually drilled holes in one or more trees, known as "granaries." A single tree may be carrying 50,000 stored nuts!

The much-anticipated 3rd data release from the Gaia space observatory happened today.

The sun is becoming active again as it enters Solar Cycle 25. This week, scientists' predictions of sunspots were proven via photos from astronomers around the world. Giant sunspot AR2786 can be viewed with proper filters and may create strong flares that reach Earth.

The International Space Station orbits the Earth every 90 minutes To the eye alone, it looks like a bright, moving star. Various online tools can help you capture its fleeting pass in front of the moon or sun.

EarthSky Community members around the world are sharing their photos of this year's Leonid meteor shower. Beautiful! Thanks to all who contributed.

Images of Diwali 2020 from an ashram in India.

Lovely photos of November butterflies from an ashram garden in India.

The South and North Taurid meteor showers ramble along during November and often produce fireballs. Beautiful Taurid photos from EarthSky community members - plus more about the shower - here.