This Burmese amber with extinct beetle inclusion preserves a fossil beetle from an extinct lineage encased in Cretaceous Burmese amber, with visible body structures, legs, and antennae that allow direct observation of its morphology. Extinct beetle inclusions document forms of Coleoptera no longer present today and provide insight into the remarkable diversity and evolution of beetles within Cretaceous forest ecosystems during the age of dinosaurs.
Product Details
• Species: Extinct beetle
• Order: Coleoptera
• Origin: Burmese amber
• Age: Approximately 100 million years
• Period: Cretaceous
• Feature: Extinct beetle inclusion
• Dimensions: 1.5 inches
• Weight: 2.5 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.
