What to Do With a Bug Named Hitler? The scientific name Anophthalmus hitleri, given to a rare beetle in 1937 in homage to Hitler, has sparked controversy. Some scientists argue for changing offensive biological names, while others defend the stability of scientific naming. The International Commission on Zoological Nomenclature has rejected ethics-based renamings, stating that changing names based on cultural fashions would lead to confusion. However, some scholars advocate for socially responsible taxonomy. The debate also extends to naming animals after individuals, with calls to drop the practice altogether. Despite the controversy, the beetle's name remains unchanged, and efforts to protect it from collectors have been enacted. The story of the beetle's naming and its connection to Hitler's notoriety adds a layer of complexity to the debate surrounding offensive biological names.