Tarpats

Tarpats is a term that can refer to several things, primarily a fictional species from a video game and a less common surname.

In the context of gaming, Tarpats are a race of insectoid creatures that appear in the real-time strategy game Starcraft. They are native to the planet Char and are known for their aggressive nature and chitinous exoskeletons. Within the game's lore, Tarpats are often encountered as hostile wildlife or as part of larger Zerg swarms, serving as a background element that adds to the dangerous environments of the Starcraft universe. They are typically depicted as relatively weak individual units but can be dangerous in large numbers.

As a surname, Tarpats is not widely common. Its origins are not definitively established, but it is believed to have Eastern European roots. Individuals with this surname may be found in various parts of the world, though it is not a prominent family name in global records. There is no widely known historical or public figure primarily associated with this surname. Therefore, references to "Tarpats" are most likely to be in relation to the Starcraft game unless specific genealogical or biographical context is provided.