Here's why:

* Lunar eclipses can be seen from anywhere on the night side of Earth. This is because the Earth casts a shadow on the Moon, and anyone on the night side of Earth will be able to see the Moon pass through that shadow.

* Solar eclipses can only be seen from a small area of the Earth. This is because the Moon's shadow is much smaller than the Earth's shadow, and it only falls on a specific part of the Earth's surface.

Although there are more lunar eclipses, they are not necessarily more frequent. Both types of eclipses happen a few times a year, but some solar eclipses are total eclipses, while others are partial eclipses.

Here's a quick summary:

* Lunar eclipses: Happen more often because they can be seen from a larger area of the Earth.

* Solar eclipses: Happen less often because they can only be seen from a small area of the Earth.