Webb directly images giant exoplanet that isn't where it should be

The James Webb Space Telescope has successfully imaged a giant exoplanet, designated Epsilon Indi Ab, which is approximately six times the mass of Jupiter and is the oldest and coldest exoplanet directly imaged to date. Located about twelve light-years from Earth, Epsilon Indi A is a star similar in size and age to the Sun, making it a prime target for observation. The planet's characteristics were unexpected; it is larger and orbits farther from its star than initially predicted. Researchers noted that the planet's temperature is around 275 Kelvin, close to room temperature, and it exhibits bright signals across various mid-infrared wavelengths, although it was undetectable in a specific range, suggesting a high presence of heavier elements and a significant carbon-to-oxygen ratio. This imaging achievement highlights the capabilities of the Webb telescope and its coronagraph, which blocks starlight to allow for clearer observations of distant planets. The findings indicate that Epsilon Indi Ab may be the only large planet in its system, with the potential for smaller planets to exist. The researchers emphasize the importance of further imaging of cool exoplanets to enhance understanding of their properties and formation. This discovery marks a significant advancement in exoplanet research, showcasing the Webb telescope's ability to directly image distant celestial bodies.