For enthusiasts of both arachnids and Monster Hunter, stumbling upon the Otacilia khezu is a thrilling revelation.
Researchers focused on fauna are commonly regarded as intellectuals, as demonstrated by the existence of a Wiki page dedicated to creatures named after fictional works, with a unique category specifically for those inspired by games (a special nod to Dicranocentrus pikachu). Recently, an uncharted species of sightless spider was unearthed in China, and it was christened in the image of a beast from the Capcom franchise Monster Hunter. The Otacilia khezu, bearing a striking resemblance to Monster Hunter’s Khezu, a soaring wyvern with sunken eyes, is intricately detailed in the associated data publication (caution: arachnophobes, be vigilant).
The spider’s designation is unmistakably linked to its likeness to the Monster Hunter monster, a detail that is accentuated in the data journal (the “Otacilia” segment pertains to the classification of araneomorph spiders). It was also observed on social media that the individual responsible for naming this spider boasts a track record of naming life forms after references in popular culture, encompassing personas from Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure and another Monster Hunter tribute within the genus “Rathalos.”
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