The annual Quadrantid meteor shower began in late December and peaked Wednesday night into early Thursday morning, according to NASA.
Some were able to catch a glimpse of the display, while clouds obscured the view for others.
The Quadrantids are unique because of where the meteor showers originate and, of course, the timing.
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It is considered one of the best meteor showers of the year due to the lack of moonlight due to the short time available to see it.
It has been difficult to catch meteor showers locally, as weather can always play a factor in being able to get a good look.
Meteor showers are usually formed from comet remnants. Quatrains are strange because they come from a rhombus The asteroid known as 2003 EH1.
Another fun fact about this meteor shower is that it explodes the sky with incredibly bright meteors known as fireballs! These blue-green sky explosions can last longer than the average meteorite, and come from particles much larger than asteroids. You'll get your best look at the Quadrantids after all the light pollution has disappeared, usually after midnight.
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