Malcorian

Malcorians are a sapient humanoid species from the planet Malcor III.

Biology
Malcorians look mostly humanoid in appearance, with the most noticeable distinction being their hands and feet, which lack individual digits, save for an opposable thumb on each hand; making their hands similar to mittens, with suction cups to increase adherence. They also have cranial lobes on their foreheads, and no eyebrows.

Internally, their anatomy is substantially different from Humans. Their digestive tracts are located inside the chest, in the place where a Human heart would be, while their cardial organ is positioned much lower. They have costal struts protecting their chest cavity, which are analogous to Human ribs, but possess three extra pairs, plus an additional strut that is located only in one side of the chest and not in the other.

Culture and society
As of the 24th century, Malcorians are a technological species in a state of development similar to that of 20th century Earth. They are governed by a Chancellor.

Prior to 2367, the Malcorians had no contact with other civilizations. They believed that their planet was at the center of the universe, and that they were the highest forms of life. The development of the warp engine was met with social unrest and riots, ultimately influencing the Chancellor's decision to postpone their space program.

Appearances

 * Star Trek: The Next Generation, s04e15, "First Contact" (1991)