According to ReptilesMagazine.com, a new lizard species has been named after Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson.
Named Enyalioides dickinsoni, the lizard was found in the Cordillera de Colán mountain range 460 miles north of Lima, Peru. Its habitat includes coffee crops, cacao and citrus, as well as cow pastures, and lives in mountainous forests at elevations from 4,600 to 5,600 feet.
According to LatinAmerican Post, the naming of Enyalioides dickinsoni in honor of Bruce Dickinson "is a testament to the enduring influence of cultural figures on scientific discovery. It's a reminder of the interconnectedness of our world, where the legacy of a heavy metal icon can extend into the realms of environmental conservation and scientific research. This discovery not only enriches our understanding of the biodiversity of the Amazon but also celebrates the multifaceted contributions of individuals like Dickinson to global culture and awareness."
This is not the first time a species has been named after Bruce Dickinson. Back in 2019, Brazilian biologist Christina Rheims discovered four new huntsman spider species and named them after some of her favorite musicians, among them Dickinson. Extraordinarius bruceinkinsoni can be found in Central and South America, and it belongs to a spider genus, also discovered by Rheims, who happens to be a heavy metal fan.
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Source: ReptilesMagazine.com