This Burmese amber piece contains a mantis inclusion, though the preservation is not fully clear. The outline of the mantis is still distinguishable, including its elongated body and characteristic raptorial forelegs. Even with partial opacity, the specimen captures the essence of this ancient predatory insect and reflects the ecological richness of the Cretaceous Burmese forests.
Details
• Age: Approximately 100 million years old
• Origin: Hukawng Valley, Burma
• Period: Cretaceous amber
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