Moon to Occult Regulus in Final North American Event of Current Cycle

The Moon will pass in front of Regulus, the brightest star in the constellation Leo, in what will be the last North American occultation of this star in the current cycle. Observers will be able to watch Regulus disappear behind the Moon and then reappear as the Moon continues its orbit. The event marks the conclusion of a series of occultations visible from North America during this particular astronomical cycle.

Regulus, known as the "heart of the lion" in the constellation Leo, is a prominent first-magnitude star that will be temporarily blocked from view by the Moon's passage. The occultation provides a rare opportunity for skywatchers across North America to witness this celestial alignment before the viewing opportunity shifts to other regions of the world in subsequent cycles.