Vytis
From All Skies Encyclopaedia
Vytis is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is Taika in the constellation of Lacerta. Suggested by the country of Lithuania, it follows the name theme Terms associated with peace in Lithuanian language and national symbols of Lithuania.
Etymology and History
Vytis is the symbol of the Lithuanian coat of arms.
Mythology
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/
