They can be seen anywhere in the sky, but they come from the constellation Lyra, which is how the Lyrid shower gets its name.
Want to make a wish on a shooting star? Up to 10-20 can be seen per hour during the Lyrid Meteors' peak in April.
The Lyrids meteor shower will peak this week. Here's what you need to know before then.
The Eta Aquarids meteor shower, caused by Halley's Comet debris, is active now and peaks May 5-6, offering a celestial show ...