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Originally Posted by MrB
I would love to see the NL too, and hear them hum.
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Hi guys,
This isn't the first time I've heard people wishing to see the Northern Lights. The reality is they shouldn't be any better than the Southern Lights - remember it takes two poles to make a magnet, and why should the north get preference? I think you might find its because the UK and Europe in general are further north and closer to the magnetic pole (being further north also means they see less of the southern stars - too large a sacrifice if you ask me!)
I have seen some great pictures of aurorae taken in the south - mostly from Tasmania and New Zealand. The descriptions of the phenomena, such as shifting curtains, that went with them were pretty impressive as well.
Regards
Glenn