Small Bodies
According to the International Astronomical Union, small Solar System bodies include comets, asteroids, and trans-Neptunian objects (except for dwarf planets). Most asteroids and trans-Neptunian objects are located in the asteroid belt and the Kuiper Belt. The comets mainly come from the Oort Cloud. From time to time, small Solar System bodies can get quite close to the Earth and even become potentially hazardous objects. Here, you'll learn many interesting facts about different types of small bodies and discover which of them are really to be feared.
Cruithne: Earth’s Second Moon?
Does the Earth have a second Moon? Here you can learn everything about asteroid Cruithne that made us wonder.
Solar System Objects Comparison: Who Wins the Battle?
No object in the Solar System is a loser – each one has its own unique, outstanding characteristics. Discover the most extreme and mind-blowing features of Solar System objects like planets, dwarf planets, and moons. Ready to join the battle? Let's get started and see how much you know!
Asteroid Day 2024: What Is It and How to Celebrate It?
Celebrate Asteroid Day on June 30! Learn new things about asteroids and join global efforts to protect our planet from potential threats.
Apophis: All About The God of Chaos Asteroid
Here’s everything you need to know about Apophis, the massive asteroid once predicted to crush into the Earth. 😱 See if you should cancel your plans on April 13, 2029 (and later).
See You in 2061: Halley's Comet's Comeback
An ancient celestial body of ice and dust is hurtling toward Earth. Will you get a chance to see it? Learn all about Halley's Comet!
C/2024 G3 (ATLAS): Brightest Comet of 2025?
Learn about comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS), its potential brightness in 2025, and how to observe it. Will this comet live up to our expectations?
Look Up: Comet 13P/Olbers Is In the Night Sky Today!
The next bright comet 13P/Olbers is on its way to perihelion! Check if you are lucky enough to see the comet with the "unlucky number". ☄️
C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS): Will It Be The Next Great Comet?
Comet C/2023 A3 could reach naked-eye visibility by October 2024 and be the next bright comet! ☄️ Learn how to see it now and when it's best to observe.
Great Comets Quiz: Fun Facts About the Top Comets in History
Ready to chase some comets? Take this quiz to learn about the most valuable ones! The great comets are extraordinarily bright and appear in the sky only a few times a century. They can cause panic or awe, aid scientific discovery, or even help raise funds for observatories. Let's ride through time on the tails of the great comets!
Catch the 'Devil Comet' Before It's Gone: Your Guide to Viewing 12P/Pons-Brooks
Don't miss out! This is your last opportunity to view the "devil comet" 12P/Pons-Brooks, even with small binoculars. Follow this guide to catch a glimpse of this "space volcano" in the sky.