US EditionNew Deep-Sea 'Supergiant' Isopod Species Named After Darth Vader
- Scientists have named a new deep-sea isopod Bathynomus vaderi after the character Darth Vader due to its helmet-like head.
- The discovery of Bathynomus vaderi highlights the limited knowledge we have about deep-sea creatures.
- Currently, there are only 11 known supergiant and nine giant Bathynomus species, with more pending formal description.
- Scientists Sidabalok and Cheng warn that if Bathynomus vaderi becomes popular in seafood markets, it may be overfished.
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The force is strong with new giant ‘Darth Vader’ sea bug found off Vietnam
What’s new: From the seafood markets of Vietnam, researchers have identified a species of giant crustacean or “sea bug” that’s new to science. They’ve named it Bathynomus vaderi, for its distinctly shaped head reminiscent of the helmet of Star Wars villain Darth Vader, according to a recently published study. What the study says: Bọ biển […]
Scientists recently identified a giant species of isopod after buying crustaceans from fishermen and restaurants in Vietnam to study the growing popularity of the creatures that have become a local delicacy, writes CNN.
A species of large marine woodlice reminiscent of the famous “Star Wars” character has been discovered in Vietnam.
Scientists find a 'giant' new species. It's a delicacy.
Armored isopods crawl on the seafloor, feasting on fallen carrion. And they can grow quite big.So big, in fact, scientists reference the largest types as "supergiants." Biologists have identified a new such species, Bathynomus vaderi, named for its resemblance to Star Wars' Darth Vader — though, rest assured, these deep sea animals aren't evil Siths.They reach a foot long, making them appear as striking 14-legged critters. And in recent years, t…
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