The Economic Times

Scientists name newly discovered beetle after One Piece's Luffyand the reason goes beyond anime

Scientists have named a newly discovered beetle genus after the anime character Luffy. This tribute stems from the insects' unusually long and slender body parts. Two new species, Luffy schillhammeri and Luffy nika, have been identified. The discovery offers new insights into the evolutionary history of rove beetles. This naming aims to make taxonomy more accessible to a wider audience.