Catfish named for 'Star Wars' character

March 19, 2015 03:20

A previously unknown species of catfish has been named for the wide-eyed, puckered-mouth "Star Wars" character it resembles.

Its scientific name is Peckoltia greedoi, and it is known for its large, dark eyes, puckered lips and protruding bristles.

But you can call him Greedo, in honor of the bounty hunter from "Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope."

You might remember him from the cantina scene on Mos Eisley, where he was killed by Han Solo while attempting to collect on a debt for Jabba the Hutt."

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