Duros

Duros are a humanoid species in the Star Wars universe, native to the planet Duro. They are widely depicted as practical, technically adept, and oriented toward starfaring activities. In various media, Duros are associated with navigation, piloting, trade, and security work, and they appear across films, animated series, and expanded universe materials. Notable individuals and factions featuring Duros emphasize a cosmopolitan, businesslike approach to interstellar affairs.

Physiology and appearance describe Duros as tall, slender humanoids with blue-gray skin and elongated heads that taper into a cranial crest. They typically have large eyes and little or no body hair. Their distinctive cranial morphology and color palette are among the most recognizable features used to identify Duros in visual media.

Society and culture emphasize rational planning, efficiency, and a strong interest in exploration and commerce. Many Duros work in the starship industry, including navigation, piloting, trading, and security services. Their culture often values professionalism, formal diplomacy, and a measured, methodical approach to problems. Duros communities can be found in various sectors of the galaxy, reflecting their long-standing engagement with interstellar trade and travel.

Language and naming: the Duros speak the Duros language, commonly referred to as Duroan, with its own phonology and script used in some canon and Legends sources. Names and titles among Duros often reflect a blend of cultural conventions observed in diverse star-faring societies.

In media, the best-known Duros is the bounty hunter Cad Bane, who appears in The Clone Wars and related works. Duros have also appeared in other Star Wars titles, illustrating their enduring presence as a distinct and recognizable species within the franchise.