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| Description | Humanoid, Bipedal |
| Size | Medium |
| Skin Pigment | Various |
| Hair | Various |
| Distinguishing Features | Virtually indistinguishable from Terrans |
| Series | TNG: most, ST: G, ST: FC |
| Planet of Origin | Unknown |
| Quadrant | Beta/Delta border |
| Background | El Aurians first became known to the Federation in the late 23rd century, after their homeworld was destroyed by the Borg, although there is evidence to suggest that individual El Aurians had visited various Alpha and Beta Quadrant worlds (including Earth) long before the founding of the Federation! The few surviving displaced El Aurians have found their way into the Federation and the ranks of Starfleet, although seldom in positions of importance. They seem to prefer to operate quietly in support positions. Although they can fight when necessary, El Aurians are by and large a docile people. The behavior of Dr. Soran in 2343 which resulted in the destruction of the Enterprise-D should be considered very unusual. They are actually capable of aging, but not in any meaningful humanoid sense. In general, they are considered an "adult" after about 3 centuries of life. Their actual life-span is unknown. |
| Editors Notes | Very long lived race. Have had space travel before Human Renaissance period. Many have previously visited Earth and other Federation worlds on several occasions. They appear to be natural lore-keepers, and use their phenomenal lifespans and memories to collect the stories and life experiences of various sentient beings. They preserve this knowledge for their own kind, and only occasionally share it with non-El Aurians. They are a highly personably and some have slight empathic skills, and as such are very willing to help other sentients work out their problems. They have become known across the UFP as "good listeners"! Possibly as an offshoot of their prodigious memories, El Aurians are extraordinarily sensitive to disturbances in the space/time continuum, and will usually remember the original version of history if a change is made in time. |
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