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How to see the Taurid Meteor Shower

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The Taurid meteor shower is caused by the debris - ice and dust - from Comet Encke as it passes through our solar system.

The Southern Taurids run from about 23 September to 12 November and peaked earlier this month .

The Northern Turids stem from a nearby stream and are active from about 13 October 13 to 2 December , peaking around 11-12 November .

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