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Taurids

American

[tawr-idz] / ˈtɔr ɪdz /

noun

(used with a plural verb)

a collection of meteors constituting a meteor shower Taurid meteor shower visible during the period of October 26 to November 16 and having its apparent origin in the constellation Taurus.

Etymology

Origin of Taurids

1885–90; Taur(us) ¹ ( def. ) + -id ¹ + -s ³

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However, the Taurids are known for occasionally producing impressive fireballs, exceptionally bright meteors that can make even a relatively quiet night of skywatching memorable.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2026

The first opportunities come from the Southern and Northern Taurids, two related meteor showers that reach their highest activity levels about a week apart.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 6, 2026

The Taurids are associated with the Comet 2P/Encke, which was first discovered in the 1700s.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026

The Taurids are not very prolific, tending to produce only five meteors per hour, but they can be very bright.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2024

Usually, only a few Taurids are visible from Earth, the astronomers said, but when they are able to be seen, they are “bright and noticeable.”

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 30, 2022

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