Stargazers will need a clear view of the western horizon to spot the moon near Spica as the sun sets on Aug. 27.

The brightening Moon now sits to the left of Spica tonight, helping guide the way to Libra’s lovely double star, ...

Tonight, stargazers can observe a celestial spectacle as the crescent moon aligns near the blue star Spica, visible from a ...

As part of the grand finale of August's planetary parade, Mars will appear very close to the crescent moon on the night of.

You'll have a brief window to spot the moon and Mars on the night of August 26, as the celestial duo will slip below the ...

A waning crescent moon will creep closer and closer to Spica until the star's light is extinguished in the blink of an eye on the morning of Wednesday, Nov. 27.

A waning crescent moon will creep closer and closer to Spica until the star's light is extinguished in the blink of an eye on the morning of Wednesday, Nov. 27.

Among the brighter stars in the evening springtime sky is Spica. This blue-white star shines at first magnitude (+1.04), the 15th brightest star in Earth’s night sky. Although not nearly as ...

Spica may also have played a role in the conception of the Djed-Pillar: an Egyptian fetish symbol that likely first appeared as part of a simple harvest ritual.

Astro Bob: See Spica's spectacular reappearance On Wednesday morning, Nov. 27, the crescent moon covers the bright star Spica, then dramatically returns it to view.