Experts decided to name the species Bathynomus vaderi not only because its face looks like Darth Vader's helmet, but also ...

There is an urgent need to better understand our deep-sea biodiversity as humans increasingly endeavor to exploit this ...

Explore the fascinating world of deep-sea creatures with the discovery of Bathynomus vaderi, a giant isopod named after Darth ...

Bathynomus vaderi, a newly discovered giant isopod in Vietnam, is now a popular delicacy and highlights the urgent need to ...

The dark side of the ocean: a newly discovered species of giant isopod has been named after the Star Wars villain Darth Vader ...

Scientists in Vietnam have identified a new 'supergiant' giant isopod species, Bathynomus vaderi. Found near the Spratly ...

A “supergiant” sea bug discovered in Vietnam has been named for its striking resemblance to Star Wars villain Darth Vader.

The new species is similar to other giant isopods, but its primary differences lie in its body shape, size, and habitat. Researchers found that B. vaderi has notable dips in its hip bones and a unique ...

Giant isopods of the genus Bathynomus ... our deep-sea biodiversity as humans increasingly endeavor to exploit this habitat for fisheries, oil and gas, and even minerals. The sustainable fishery ...