The Kepler-65 System
4 planets
Lyra
Kepler-65 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 4 confirmed exoplanets, about 991 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-65
Planets without a measured radius are not shown.
Kepler-65: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-65
- Mass
- 1.25 M☉
- Radius
- 1.44 R☉
All 4 Planets in the Kepler-65 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-65 b | Super Earth | 2.2 d | 1.42 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2012 |
| Kepler-65 c | Mini Neptune | 5.9 d | 2.58 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2012 |
| Kepler-65 d | Super Earth | 8.1 d | 1.52 R⊕ | 0.28 | 2012 |
| Kepler-65 e | Cold Gas Giant | 259 d | — | 0.25 | 2019 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-65 b, was discovered in 2012 using the transit method. The most recent addition, Kepler-65 e, followed in 2019.
- 2012 — Kepler-65 b (Transit)
- 2012 — Kepler-65 c (Transit)
- 2012 — Kepler-65 d (Transit)
- 2019 — Kepler-65 e (Radial Velocity)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-65
How many planets does Kepler-65 have?
Kepler-65 has 4 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-65 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-65 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-65?
Kepler-65 is about 991 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.
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