Hesus Ortega

Hesus Ortega is a 75-year-old emeritus professor at the University of Oviedo in Spain and a passionate football fan. Recognized for his research in the waters of Cape Verde, he was awarded the 'Medal of Merit' by the island nation in 2023. Ortega has a unique approach to blending his love for science and football, having previously named a newly discovered species after Costa Rican footballer Keylor Navas and another after a former striker for Sporting Gijón. His recent contribution includes naming a newly identified snail species after the popular football player 'Bojinier,' who gained immense fame following a match against Spain.