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Latest revision as of 02:43, 26 May 2026
Authors: Susanne M Hoffmann, Youla Azkarrula
Kererū is an IAU name for an exoplanet. Its host star is Karaka in the constellation of Apus. Suggested by the country of New Zealand, it follows the name theme Māori language terms for names of plants and animals in symbiotic relationships which are endemic to New Zealand (Aotearoa).
Etymology and History
Kererū is the word in the Māori language for a large bush pigeon native to New Zealand.
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/
