This Burmese amber specimen contains a well-preserved mosquito inclusion suspended within rich, golden Cretaceous resin. The insect displays fine anatomical detail that becomes especially striking under magnification, where its slender body, delicate legs, and wing structure can be clearly observed. The clarity of the amber enhances visibility, allowing the mosquito’s features to stand out and offering a fascinating glimpse into prehistoric insect life from nearly 100 million years ago. This specimen provides both strong scientific interest and refined visual appeal, making it a desirable addition to any amber or fossil collection.
Details
• Approximately 100 million years old
• Origin. Hukawng Valley, Burma
• Period. Cretaceous amber, time of the dinosaurs
• Inclusions. Mosquito
All pieces come with an info card with their locality.