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Kepler-263 b

World type: sub_neptune
Discovery method: Transit
Discovery year: 2014
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Kepler-263 b is an intriguing exoplanet orbiting the star Kepler-263, discovered back in 2014 thanks to the keen eyes of the Kepler space telescope. This planet was spotted using the transit method, where it briefly dims its star's light as it passes in front—a cosmic wink from afar! While we don't have a catchy nickname for Kepler-263 b just yet, it’s part of the vast, vibrant catalog of distant worlds unveiled by the dedicated Kepler CCD Array. Imagine a planet dancing around its star far beyond our solar system, a tiny but fascinating speck in the grand cosmic theater. Exploring Kepler-263 b reminds us how much there is to learn and how every new find sparks curiosity about the endless reaches of space!