who are the dragons named for in game of thrones
But in addition to their big heads, these two species have huge spikes on their backs. The researchers decided that the spikes bore a distinct resemblance to the adornments of the dragons from Game of Thrones, and named them accordingly. The new species are Pheidole viserion and Pheidole drogon. (Sorry, Rhaegal, today's not your day). Aww. Cute little bloodthirsty dragons.