In the Americas alone more than one billion people in 35 countries could bear witness to the total lunar eclipse.

Total lunar eclipse – The entire Moon moves into Earth's shadow and turns red. Partial lunar eclipse – Only part of the Moon enters Earth's shadow, creating a visible dark section. Penumbral lunar eclipse – A subtle event where the Moon passes through Earth's outer shadow, causing a slight dimming.

The first total lunar eclipse in more than two years lit up the sky last night as humanity, forever fascinated with the Earth’s only natural satellite, watched.