Corporeal species have a physical body, usually composed of carbon- or silicon-based cellular structures. Most corporeal races metabolize energy by consuming food or photosynthesis, and have a finite life cycle consisting of distinct periods of growth, maturity, and senescence. Intelligent corporeal species frequently enhance their capabilities with technology. (See also: humanoids)

• Alpha and Beta Quadrant species
• Gamma Quadrant species
• Delta Quadrant species
• Extra-galactic species
• Spaceborne species
• Cloud creatures