Orcus (minor-planet designation: 90482 Orcus) is a dwarf planet located in the Kuiper belt, with one large moon, Vanth. [7] It has an estimated diameter of 870 to 960 km (540 to 600 mi), …

90482 Orcus is a trans-Neptunian dwarf planet with a large moon, Vanth. It has a diameter of 870 to 960 km (540 to 600 mi), the size of or somewhat smaller than the asteroid and dwarf planet …

Based on its brightness and the way it reflects light, Orcus is probably between 973.991 to 2177.910 kilometers in diameter, making it the largest asteroid/dwarf planet, very roughly …

Orcus is one of the most intriguing large objects in the Kuiper Belt, often described as “Pluto’s anti-twin.” While Pluto is visually dramatic and geologically active, Orcus is quieter, colder, and …

Explore Orcus, a distant trans-Neptunian object and dwarf planet candidate. Discover its orbit, moon Vanth, and insights into the Kuiper Belt's mysteries.

Aug 29, 2015 · Although Orcus has not yet been officially categorized as a dwarf planet by the IAU, many astronomers agree that it meets all the requirements and will be in the future.

5 days ago · A large trans-Neptunian dwarf planet that orbits in a 2:3 resonance with Neptune, has a small moonlet named Vanth, and displays evidence of water ice and possibly ammonia …

Orcus is a dwarf planet candidate and large trans-Neptunian object in the Kuiper Belt, with an estimated diameter of approximately 946 km, making it comparable in size to Ceres, the only …

Orcus is a trans-Neptunian plutino dwarf planet located in the Kuiper belt with a large moon, Vanth. It is similar to Pluto in several respects and is seen as the "anti-Pluto" as it is also in an …

Dec 13, 2025 · 90482 Orcus (2004 DWB) is a Dwarf Planet, located in the Kuiper Belt, an area of space past the orbit of Neptune. It has been categorised as a Plutino object. Orcus's name …