Arion

Arion  is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is Musica  in the constellation of Delphinus. Suggested by the country of Japan, it follows the name theme NEWC 2015

Etymology and History

Arion was a genius of poetry and music in ancient Greece. According to legend, his life was saved at sea by dolphins after attracting their attention by the playing of his kithara. 

IAU Working Group on Star Names

The name was adopted by the IAU WGSN in the 20xx NameExoWorlds Campaign (NEWC).

Weblinks

• Website of the IAU WGSN: https://exopla.net/

Reference

• References (general)