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Latest revision as of 02:09, 19 May 2026
Authors: Susanne M Hoffmann, Youla Azkarrula
Danfeng is a modern star name adopted by the International Astronomical Union in the IAU-Catalog of Star Names (IAU-CSN). Its origin is Chinese (Simplified). It is the name of the star HIP 115211 (L 168-9) in constellation Tucana.
Etymology and History
Danfeng (丹凤) refers to the red phoenix, a sacred bird symbolising good fortune in ancient Chinese legend.
Mythology
IAU Working Group on Star Names
The name was adopted by the IAU WGSN on 2023/08/01.
Weblinks
- Website of the IAU WGSN: https://exopla.net/
Reference
- References (general)
- NEWC China: Mythological birds of ancient China.
