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.

The Brightest Comet of 2025 Is Visible This October — Don’t Miss Comet Lemmon!
Here's when and where to see the bright Comet Lemmon, the best comet of 2025! Plus, get viewing tips tailored for your location and a photography guide.

Where Is Comet SWAN Right Now?
Comet C/2025 R2 SWAN could become a real treat this October — visible alongside bright Orionid meteors and another promising comet, Lemmon. Don’t miss your chance to meet this cosmic visitor – learn all about it now!

Latest News on Comet 3I/ATLAS: Is It an Alien Spaceship?
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Explore the Oort Cloud, Home of Long-Period Comets
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Visible Comets 2025: See 2 Bright Comets in October 2025
Learn about the brightest comets observable from the Earth in 2025. Some of them might become easily visible through binoculars!

Comets: All You Need to Know
All-round guide about comets: definition, special features, and a couple of tips for aspiring observers.

Kuiper Belt: The Solar System’s Frontier
Learn why the Kuiper Belt was named after a man who didn’t discover it and how its objects might help us find another Solar System planet.

Comet C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS: How to See It in April 2026
Comet C/2025 R3 will pass near the Sun in April 2026, reaching binocular visibility. Learn when, where, and how to see it.

When Is the Next Asteroid Predicted to Hit the Earth?
Is it likely for an asteroid to hit Earth anytime soon? In this article, we’ll answer the most burning questions about potentially hazardous asteroids.

Apophis: All About The God of Chaos Asteroid
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