Porgs first appeared in the 2017 film Star Wars: The Last Jedi as inhabitants of the planet Ahch-To. While their inclusion was initially a practical solution to mask the real-life puffins nesting on the filming location, they quickly became an internet sensation. Meme culture embraced Porgs for their wide-eyed, gaping-mouth expressions, often using them to represent shock, anxiety, or unbridled chaos. From the iconic scene of a Porg screaming on the Millennium Falcon to their comical interactions with Chewbacca, these flightless birds have become a staple for Star Wars fans and meme creators looking to express relatable high-energy emotions or sudden realization.