Researchers exploring the wares of fishers in Vietnam discovered a “supergiant” sea bug species whose resemblance to Darth ...

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A marine crustacean that looks like Darth Vader’s helmet has been recognised as a new species, but it could be under threat ...

In recent years, the deep-sea giant isopod has also become a seafood delicacy in Vietnam, where it was discovered ...

Researchers studying crustaceans in Vietnam have identified a new "supergiant ... after "Star Wars" villain Darth Vader. Researchers said the crustacean's head resembled Vader's iconic helmet.

Singapore and Vietnam. Like Star Wars' villainous Darth Vader, the newly described sea bug is pasty white and sports a head, the shape of which resembles the helmet of the Sith Lord's life-support ...

A newly discovered giant isopod has been named after Darth Vader of Star Wars, inspired by his iconic and distinctive helmet. The 32.5 cm-long sea bug, known as a 'supergiant' was found off the coast ...

Scientists have newly identified a “supergiant” sea bug species after purchasing crustaceans from fishermen and restaurants in Vietnam to study the growing ... worn by iconic “Star Wars” villain Darth ...

vaderi exists beyond Vietnam’s coastal waters in other parts ... to the helmet worn by iconic “Star Wars” villain Darth Vader. The scientists officially described the newfound species ...