This Burmese amber specimen contains a striking female warrior ant, beautifully preserved within the amber. The robust body, powerful mandibles, articulated legs, and distinctive anatomy of this ancient ant are clearly visible, showcasing the specialized features of a female worker or soldier type. Preserved in Cretaceous amber nearly 100 million years ago, this fascinating specimen offers a glimpse into the complex social insect communities that inhabited the ancient Hukawng Valley forest during the time of the dinosaurs.

Details

• Approximately 100 million years old

• Origin: Hukawng Valley, Burma

• Period: Cretaceous amber, time of the dinosaurs

• Inclusion: Female warrior ant

• Classification: Order Hymenoptera, family Formicidae

• Prominent mandibles

• Well preserved specimen

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