Tanya Hill

Tanya Hill is an extragalactic astronomer and Honorary Fellow of the University of Melbourne, currently working in the field of science communication at Melbourne Planetarium. She joined the Melbourne Planetarium at Scienceworks in 1999, drawing on her background in research astronomy to create more than a dozen planetarium productions. These productions are now screened in over fifty planetariums across sixteen countries worldwide. In addition to her work at the planetarium, Tanya has contributed to several publications related to galaxy activity and composition. She holds a PhD from the University of Sydney and a BSc (Hons) from the same institution.

Biography:  https://theconversation.com/profiles/tanya-hill-121214

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  • Alpha Capricornids is a weaker shower than Southern Delta Aquariids but known for producing spectacular bright meteors and fireballs.
  • In future, Earth will move through the very centre of Alpha Capricornids’ debris stream, making it the best meteor shower of the year.
  • Observers should head out on nights of July 30 and July 31 for the best rates, starting from around 9pm or 10pm local time.
  • Radiants rise in the east, with Capricornus and Aquarius constellations useful guides along with planet Saturn.
  • Southern Delta Aquariids is the third-strongest meteor shower of the year in Australia and New Zealand.
  • Southern Delta Aquariids produce both faint and bright meteors, with enhanced rates observed in some years.
  • The peak of both showers falls mid-week on July 31 but will produce respectable numbers for a few days before and after.

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Spectacular Double Meteor Shower: Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids Peak Next Week

Spectacular Double Meteor Shower: Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids Peak Next Week

Broke On: Sunday, 30 July 2023 Experience a double meteor shower peak next week, featuring the Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids. The Southern Delta Aquariids, known for fast-moving meteors from comet 96P/Machholz, and Alpha Capricornids with brighter fireballs will light up the night sky. Best viewing conditions are in the Southern Hemisphere on July 31.