(KCAL/CNN)- Amateur scientists in Canada have discovered a dazzling new aurora lighting up the skies.
But the only thing more fascinating than the visuals on display is what experts decided to name it.
Scientists confirmed the find, and then named it "Steve" which stands for Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement.
What makes the event special is that it occurs at much lower latitudes than most of the northern lights.
It's characterized as a distinct purple band with green picket-fence-like accents.
Now, a NASA-funded project called "Aurorasaurus" is asking skywatchers to help in reporting more sightings of the aurora.
They hope the more info they gather, the more they'll get to know about Steve.
Spottings have already been documented in Canada, the U.S., New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.
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