Dogora

Dogora is a fictional, single-celled alien organism that first appeared in the 1964 Japanese science fiction kaiju film Dogora, the Space Monster, produced by Toho.

Dogora is depicted as a silicon-based lifeform that travels through space and feeds on carbon, specifically diamonds and other carbon-rich materials. In the film, Dogora arrives on Earth, attracted by the carbon content of coal mines and later, diamonds being used for industrial purposes.

The Dogora creatures are typically portrayed as amorphous, jellyfish-like entities with numerous tentacles. They are capable of dividing and multiplying, making them a significant threat. Dogora is also shown to be resistant to conventional weaponry, posing a challenge to humanity's efforts to defend against it.

In the context of the film, Dogora serves as a metaphor for the dangers of industrialization and unchecked resource exploitation. Its insatiable hunger for carbon highlights the potential consequences of prioritizing economic gain over environmental concerns.

The creature design is notable for its unique appearance, diverging from more common reptilian or insectoid monster tropes. This distinct visual identity has contributed to Dogora's enduring presence in the realm of classic Japanese monster cinema.