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Butcherbugs were a species of insect that were native to the swamps of the planet Dagobah. While living in exile on Dagobah, Jedi Grand Master Yoda often found butcherbugs and various other swamp life coming through the door of his hut. He allowed all but the most venomous creatures to stay and keep him company.[1]
Biology and appearance[]
The butcherbug was a small arachnid native to the planet Dagobah. About the size of a human fingernail, butcherbugs were not very dangerous on their own. However, these insects could potentially be very deadly. Their silk, once hardened, was very sharp, and any creature running into the web was not captured, but torn to shreds. A humanoid could even be seriously injured by these webs if caught traveling at a high velocity. The butcherbug was also covered in green chitin.[2]
Behind the scenes[]
Butcherbugs were first mentioned in The Illustrated Star Wars Universe, a Star Wars Legends reference book which showcased concept art drawn by Ralph McQuarrie with text by Kevin J. Anderson and saw release in 1995. The species were confirmed to be canon when they received mention in the reference book Ultimate Star Wars, which was released in 2015.
Sources[]
- Ultimate Star Wars (First mentioned)
- Nexus of Power
- Star Wars: Complete Locations
- Star Wars: The Complete Visual Dictionary, New Edition
- Ultimate Star Wars, New Edition