The Denobulan are a fictional humanoid race in the Star Trek universe. They were introduced in the Enterprise series. They originate from the planet Denobula Triaxa. Doctor Phlox is a Denobulan.

Denobulan biology

The Denobulans are humanoid with facial ridges. They have no need for sleep but they do hibernate for 6 days a year. When threatened, Denobulans can inflate their heads like blowfish to scare off predators. Denobulans are also expert climbers, thus making them suitable for exploring caves, canyons and other sheer rock formations.

Denobulan culture

Denobulans are polygamous, with each Denobulan typically having 3 partners that also have 2 other partners, creating a large social network. They have complex mating rituals, and they don't like to be touched. Denobulans usually don't have pets, and they abandoned television a long time ago. They believe that their real life is much more exciting.

Despite their rather liberal views on sex, Denobulans are exceedingly modest when it comes to disrobing in front of others.

History

Denobulans used to be xenophobic, but they got over it and now enjoy contact with other species. They were once at war with the Antarans, a neighboring species. They established friendly relations with Earth at least before 2151.