Which planet in our solar system has the most moons?

The title for "king of the planets" extends beyond just sheer size. The solar system's largest planet also commands the largest family of natural satellites, boasting a staggering 95 officially confirmed moons, with even more awaiting confirmation. This gas giant’s immense mass and powerful gravitational pull have allowed it to capture a vast and diverse collection of celestial bodies over billions of years, creating its own miniature solar system.

Interestingly, this cosmic contest for the most moons has been a tight race. For several years, Saturn held the top spot after a flurry of new discoveries. However, recent observations using powerful modern telescopes revealed dozens of smaller, previously unseen moons orbiting the gas giant, pushing it decisively back into the lead. These numbers are always subject to change as astronomers continue to scan the skies and the International Astronomical Union officially recognizes new finds.

The reason for this enormous collection is the planet's incredible gravity, which acts like a cosmic net, snagging passing asteroids and comets and pulling them into stable orbits. This impressive entourage ranges from giant, world-like bodies, such as the four Galilean moons discovered by Galileo Galilei in 1610, to tiny, irregular rocks that are just a few kilometers across.