Star Wars has been in the cultural zeitgeist for nearly half a century, and its influence in the world beyond pop culture remains strong today—so much so that scientists named a newly discovered ...

including Bathynomus jamesi, B. doederleini, B. affinis, and B. decemspinosus. The addition of B. vaderi marks a significant contribution to this list. Its unique features set it apart from its ...

A Taiwanese expert identified the species as Bathynomus jamesi, discovered near the Dongsha Islands on the South China Sea. They are thought to be caught between 300 to 500 metres deep in the ocean.

Dr. Conni Sidabalok examining individuals of Bathynomus vaderi at Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, Singapore. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news ...