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The Real Aliens

The Real Aliens

For well over a century the world of science fiction has spawned cult characters from other worlds, the majority of whom have looked remarkably similar to humans. Is it coincidence or arrogance that causes us to imagine aliens as oxygen breathing bipeds? Stephanie Smith reckons the truth is out there.

TV and movies have presented many warped images of what aliens could look like. The slug-like aliens in Star Trek, Ridley Scott’s Alien with its acidic blood and double mouth, Jabba the Hutt.

"Before exploring other solar systems we should check out what’s on our own celestial doorstep."
However, most tend to be humanoid and, helpfully, speak English. The Klin