The partial solar eclipse in process as seen from Toronto.

The effect is thanks to a partial solar eclipse, when the darkened disc of the moon aligns itself between Earth and the sun to block out some or nearly all of it, depending on when and where you view the phenomenon.

A few others from the annular solar eclipse as the sun rose behind the Statue of Liberty in New York City, Thursday morning.

A partial solar eclipse is seen as the sun rises to the left of the United States Capitol building.

Unlike a total solar eclipse, which can fully block out the sun for a few eerie moments, this was an annular eclipse.

After each solar eclipse, we're left with a wealth of awesome new images and inspiration to plan ahead for the next one.

Unfortunately, the only other eclipse in 2021 is arguably even more difficult to experience fully.

Another annular ring of fire eclipse will make a swing through the western US and Central America on Oct