aurora australis

noun

aurora aus·tra·lis | \ -ȯ-ˈstrā-ləs

, -ä-ˈstrā-\

Definition of aurora australis

: an aurora that occurs in earth's southern hemisphere

— called also southern lights

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Being the most southerly chunk of landmass on the planet, Antarctica is the quintessential spot for viewing the aurora australis in all its brilliant glory. — Jennifer Nalewicki, Smithsonian, "The Best Places to See the Southern Lights," 29 July 2017 Here are four aurora australis hotspots for those looking for a southern celestial spectacle. — Jennifer Nalewicki, Smithsonian, "The Best Places to See the Southern Lights," 29 July 2017

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