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In contrast, terrestrial planets like Earth and Mars have significantly fewer moons. Earth has one large moon that plays a vital role in influencing tides, while Mars has two small moons, Phobos and Deimos, believed to be captured asteroids.
The outer planets display a fascinating variety as well. Uranus is home to 27 moons, some named after Shakespearean characters, while Neptune possesses 14 moons, with Triton being particularly notable due to its unique orbital characteristics, suggesting a potential capture history. Even dwarf planet Pluto showcases an intriguing complex of five moons, Caron being notable for its size and influence.