Trivia. In the Ultimate universe, the Chitauri are shapeshifting race kin to the Skrulls, but far more mutated and dangerous. They were one of the first threats faced by the Ultimates, but their background story reveals that they were present on Earth since World War II.

Where is Chitauri?

Prime Marvel Universe (Earth-616)

The Chitauri are a distinct species from the Skrulls, unlike their Earth-1610 counterpart. Most of them are simple-minded dogged creatures, similar to insects, to the point of following a queen.

Are the Chitauri in Guardians of the Galaxy?

The Other and a Chitauri soldier appear in the 2014 film Guardians of the Galaxy. ... The Chitauri appear in the 2018 film Avengers: Infinity War, primarily serving as Thanos' enforcers in his mission to obtain the Infinity Stones.