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[ April 21, 2012 12:00 am to April 22, 2012 12:00 am. ] Lyrids At a Glance:
Peak: April 21-22, 2:00 a.m.
Parent Comet: C 1861 G1 Thatcher
Forecast: 18 per hour
Speed: 29.8 mps
Colour: N/A
Where to Look: Lyra

Observation Notes:
Lyrids often produce bright trails that can be observed for several seconds. The moon will be new, increasing the number of faint meteors visible [...]

[ May 5, 2012 12:00 am to May 6, 2012 12:00 am. ] Eta Aquarids At a Glance:
Peak: May 6, midnight
Parent Comet: 1P Halley
Forecast: 85 per hour
Speed: 29.8 mps
Colour: N/A
Where to Look: Aquarius (West horizon after sunset)

Observation Notes:
The moon will be bright, decreasing the number of faint meteors visible from Earth.