The Orionid meteor shower, which occurs from Oct. 2 to Nov. 7 every year thanks to debris from Halley's Comet, peaked early Tuesday, offering stunning light displays.

Skygazers flocked to social media to share their meteor photos. Here are some of our favorites:

1. Belmont, New South Wales, Australia
Photo by @mickloxleyphotography, Instagram

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