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Vera C. Rubin Observatory reveals its first dwarf planet candidate in our solar system | The candidate orbits our sun beyond Pluto, and may be among the largest and brightest objects discovered in this region of the solar system.

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Briefings

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory announced the discovery of 2026 ED138, a trans-Neptunian object located beyond Pluto's orbit. This object is identified as a dwarf planet candidate and is noted for being potentially among the largest and brightest in this region of the solar system. The discovery was made by the International Astronomical Union Minor Planet Center.

Key points

• The Vera C. Rubin Observatory identified 2026 ED138 as a dwarf planet candidate beyond Pluto's orbit.
• The object is described as potentially among the largest and brightest trans-Neptunian objects discovered in this region.

Context

The discovery was announced today by the International Astronomical Union Minor Planet Center (MPC).

Limitations

The evidence is a short social media post from a Reddit thread, lacking scientific validation, measurement data, or peer review. The status of ED138 as a confirmed dwarf planet remains unverified.

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