Rupings were a significant species of reptavian that originated on the planet of Onderon. These creatures possessed vocal cords capable of generating a grating roar, wingtips resembling finger structures, and a thumb claw that enabled them to grip and ascend using their wings. Known for their loyalty and courage, rupings served as steeds for both the Onderonian outcasts and the Onderon rebels throughout the Onderon Civil War; the rebels provided them with saddles and reins for this purpose.
The creature known as the ruping derives its name from Tara Rueping, the Star Wars: The Clone Wars concept artist responsible for its design.