Hybrid Solar Eclipse

On April 20, parts of the Pacific and Indian Ocean regions will experience a rare type of event called a hybrid solar eclipse. 

Hybrid solar eclipses shift from total to annular as the moon's shadow races over Earth; in some places, the moon completely blots out the sun, whereas in others a ring of light is visible around the edge of our natural satellite. These eclipses are quite rare, occurring just a few times every century — and one will grace our planet's skies less than two weeks from now.

Get ready for a rare hybrid solar eclipse on April 20