Newly created taxonomic names in biological nomenclature often reflect the discoverer's interests or honour those the discoverer holds in esteem, including fictional elements from works like Star Wars. This is a list of real organisms with scientific names chosen to reference the fictional Star Wars franchise.
Named after Darth Vader
Named after Yoda
Named after Luke Skywalker
Named after Chewbacca
Named after Han Solo
Named after Leia Organa
Named after Padmé Amidala
Named after Obi-Wan Kenobi
Named after Jabba the Hutt
Named after Ewoks
Named after Porgs
Named after other characters and elements
Named after Star Wars actors
See also List of unusual biological names List of organisms named after works of fiction List of organisms named after famous people
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