The Horta were a silicon-based lifeform indigenous to the planet Janus VI. First contact was made between the Horta and the United Federation of Planets in 2267. They became Federation members shortly thereafter. (TOS: "The Devil in the Dark")
By the late 23rd century, several Horta served in Starfleet, including Lieutenant Naraht. In 2305, Sanaht began to represent his people on the Federation Council. (TOS novel: My Enemy, My Ally; ST novel: Articles of the Federation)
External links[]
- Horta article at Memory Alpha, the canon Star Trek wiki.
- Horta article at Memory Beta, the non-canon Star Trek wiki.