A new year spectacle: What was so special about last night's Wolf Moon?

Full moons illuminate the sky every month - here's everything you need to know about last night's moon

The first full moon of the year always came with a history of folklore. Picture: Aaron Chown/PA Wire

What is a Wolf Moon?

The first full moon in January has been referred to as the Wolf Moon for centuries. Its origin comes from Native Americans who often heard wolves howling during cold winter nights at this time of year, according to the Farmer's Almanac which is an annual American periodical that has been in continuous publication since 1818. It provides long-range weather forecasts, best days, full moon dates, astronomy and more.