This Burmese amber with rove beetle and wasp inclusion preserves fossil rove beetle and wasp specimens encased in Cretaceous Burmese amber, with visible body segmentation, antennae, legs, and wing structures that allow direct observation of their morphology. The association of these two insects in a single piece provides valuable insight into the diversity of arthropods inhabiting Cretaceous forests. Rove beetles (Staphylinidae) were important predators and scavengers, while wasps played early ecological roles as predators, parasitoids, and pollinators during the age of dinosaurs.
 
Product Details
 
• Species: Rove beetle (Staphylinidae) and wasp (Hymenoptera)
• Origin: Burmese amber
• Age: Approximately 100 million years
• Period: Cretaceous
• Dimensions: 1 inches
• Weight: 3.4 grams
 
All pieces are hand polished and include an information card with locality and specimen details. Orders ship within 3 to 5 business days, and each specimen is carefully packaged to prevent damage during transit.