Scientists have discovered new insects and named them after superheroes

Scientists have discovered five new species of insects and named them after the superheroes of the Marvel universe, as well as after

Australia now has flies Thor, Loki, Deadpool and Black Widow.

All new species belong to the family Asilidae.These are predatory dipteran insects that resemble flies or dragonflies in appearance.They are found only in Australia.

One of the species, which sounds like Daptolestes leei in Latin, was named after comic book author Stan Lee.Other species are named after his characters: Daptolestes bronteflavus - Thor, Daptolestes illusiolautus - Loki, Daptolestes feminategus - Black Widow, Humorolethalis sergius - Deadpool.

The scientists even explained their choice. For example, Deadpool's knuckle kills others, and the pattern on his back resembles a character's mask.