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Albertans treated to stunning Aurora Borealis display

Beautiful aurorae dance across northern Calgary on March 17, 2015. Courtesy Matt Melnyk

EDMONTON — After witnessing one of the most breathtaking Northern Lights displays all season, Albertans shared photos of the phenomena Tuesday night.

Many photographers – professional and amateur – posted photos of Aurora Borealis on social media. (See photos below)

At one point Tuesday night, there were reports the lights covered 80 per cent of the sky.

READ MORE: Northern Lights once again light up the sky 

Alberta Sustainable Resources says the optimal time to see the phenomena is September through April, when solar activity is highest.

The lights are easiest to see from an area away from urban light pollution. Alberta has two of the world’s largest dark sky preserves: Jasper National Park and Wood Buffalo National Park.

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