Marpaplu was a planet in Federation space in the galaxy's Alpha or Beta Quadrant. It was the homeworld of the advanced Marpapluan civilization.
History and specifics
It was a peaceful planet. In 2268, Marpaplu applied for associate Federation membership, and the starship USS Enterprise arrived in orbit to make contact. James T. Kirk concluded the treaty signing, but the planet was held in temporary quarantine while steps could be developed to keep flea-like meegees on the surface from spreading during contact. (TOS audiobook: To Starve a Fleaver)
Lifeforms
- meegee
Notable residents
- Nice Housenik