WASP-169 b is a charming hot Jupiter orbiting the star WASP-169, discovered back in 2019 using the transit method by the dedicated team at WASP-South with the nifty iKon-L CCD Camera. This gas giant is a real celestial show-off, flaunting its close-in orbit that makes it scorchingly warm compared to our more distant Jupiter. While it doesn't have a flashy proper name yet, WASP-169 b’s discovery adds a sparkling chapter to the story of exoplanet exploration. Spying it requires a ground-based telescope, reminding us that even from Earth’s surface, we can catch glimpses of these exotic worlds far beyond our solar system. It’s a fantastic example of how planets can thrive in sizzling, star-hugging environments!
