List of minor planets named after animals and plants

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The List of minor planets named after animals and plants includes a variety of asteroids that have been designated specific names reflecting various species or botanical terms. This naming convention is common in the field of astronomy, where minor planets are often named for their discoverers, mythological figures, and also flora and fauna.

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