Giant isopod named 'Bathynomus vaderi' after Darth Vader
5 days ago · At the first encounter, this unique species from Vietnamese waters was given the name Bathynomus vaderi, in homage to the visually striking helmet of Star Wars’ very own Sith Lord, Darth Vader. These colossal isopods, dubbed as the “supergiants,” can measure up to an impressive 32.5 cm (12.8 inches) in length and weigh over a kilogram (2. ...
New supergiant 'Darth Vader' sea bug discovered in South China …
Jan 14, 2025 · Scientists have discovered a never-before-seen giant sea bug after studying samples purchased from fishers in Vietnam. Bathynomus vaderi belongs to the genus Bathynomus — giant isopods that...
Giant 'Darth Vader' Bug Discovered in Deep Sea - Newsweek
Jan 14, 2025 · Pictured: Newly identified giant isopod species Bathynomus vaderi. The creature's species name is a reference to how its head looks like the helmet of the evil Darth Vader in the "Star Wars ...
"Supergiant" sea bug named after Darth Vader found in South …
All isopods are characterized by hard, protective exoskeletons and seven pairs of legs, but they're usually incredibly small, about 2.5 centimeters. The new species had evolved to be much larger ...
Giant ‘Darth Vader’ sea bug discovered off the coast of Vietnam
5 days ago · The head of Bathynomus vaderi, a deep-sea crustacean found off the coast of Vietnam, resembles the helmet of "Star Wars" villain Darth Vader, according to researchers who newly identified the species.
The force is strong with new giant ‘Darth Vader’ sea bug found …
3 days ago · Bọ biển or giant isopods, a type of large crustacean that live in cold, deep-sea waters and resemble woodlice, have become increasingly popular as an expensive local delicacy in Vietnam due to ...
A New Supergiant Sea Bug Was Just Discovered In Vietnam - All …
Jan 16, 2025 · Giant isopods belong to the genus Bathynomus and are commonly found in deep, cold waters. Ranging from 3.4 inches to more than 20 inches long, these carnivorous sea creatures are known to be harmless to humans and are a popular food item in markets in Southeast Asia. ... Darth Vader, whose helmet resembles the head of …
Giant isopod named after Darth Vader is a delicacy in Vietnam
Jan 14, 2025 · A large crustacean that lives in the sea off Vietnam has been designated as a new species and named after Darth Vader. Bathynomus vaderi is a kind of isopod, a group that also includes woodlice ...
New species of giant sea bug named for Darth Vader - EarthSky
5 days ago · Giant isopods can reach more than 11.8 inches (30 cm) in length and weigh more than 2.2 pounds (1 kg). ... They have finally named the new creature Bathynomus vaderi, in honor of Darth Vader.
Giant ‘Darth Vader’ sea bug discovered off the coast of Vietnam
6 days ago · The species of isopod is also found in the coastal waters of Vietnam, and this specimen weighs 2.6 kilograms (5.8 pounds). ... Giant ‘Darth Vader’ sea bug discovered off the coast of Vietnam ...
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