Outdoors VIDEO: Did you see the pink moon over Scottish skies this morning? By Reporter April 11 2017, 1:24 pm April 11 2017, 1:24 pm Share VIDEO: Did you see the pink moon over Scottish skies this morning? Share via Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Messenger Linkedin Email Post link https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/travel/outdoors/1218564/video-uk-treated-special-pink-moon-morning/ Copy Link A “pink moon” illuminated the morning sky in the UK, marking the first full moon after the Spring Equinox. The moon is not actually pink, though it is named after the pink wild ground phlox flowers that bloom in north America in spring. Full moons occur every 29 days, so you’re probably wondering what the big deal with this one is. Well, this month’s is more important than any other as it marks the beginning of several religious holidays. The pink moon was most visible in UK skies between 6-7am on April 11.