Celebrities who had newly discovered species named after them
From snakes and spiders to beetles and dinosaurs, these stars have had species named after them thanks to their influence, passions and cultural impact.
Snakes, wasps and spiders! Did you know these 5 stars have animals named after them?
Slash recently joined a very unusual celebrity club after scientists named a newly discovered snake species Lielaphis slashi in his honor.
The Guns N’ Roses guitarist, a lifelong reptile enthusiast, said he was “extremely honoured and humbled” by the recognition.
From snakes and spiders to beetles and dinosaurs, these stars have had species named after them thanks to their influence, passions and cultural impact.
Barack Obama – Several Species Including Etheostoma obama (Fish)
Barack Obama has had numerous species named after him, reflecting his impact beyond politics.
Among them is Etheostoma obama, a small freshwater fish named in recognition of his environmental policies and support for conservation efforts.
Leonardo DiCaprio – Grouvellinus leonardodicaprioi (Beetle)
Leonardo DiCaprio had a beetle species named after him in recognition of his environmental activism.
The tiny aquatic beetle Grouvellinus leonardodicaprioi was discovered in Malaysia and named to honor DiCaprio’s work protecting the planet through the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation.
Taylor Swift – Nannaria swiftae (Millipede)
Taylor Swift became the namesake of a millipede species discovered in Tennessee.
The creature, Nannaria swiftae, was named by scientist Derek Hennen, who said Swift’s music helped him through difficult periods while completing his research.
Jennifer Lopez – Litarachna lopezae (Mite)
Jennifer Lopez inspired the name of a tiny aquatic mite species discovered in Puerto Rico.
The species Litarachna lopezae was named by scientists who wanted to honor the global entertainer, with the discovery showing that even microscopic creatures can carry famous names.
Lady Gaga – Aleiodes gaga (Wasp)
Lady Gaga inspired the name of a parasitic wasp species called Aleiodes gaga.
Scientists said the name was chosen because the insect’s unusual appearance and scientific significance matched Gaga’s reputation for creativity and individuality.
