This Burmese amber specimen contains a partially decomposed unidentified insect preserved alongside a mosquito within rich, golden Cretaceous resin. While portions of the unidentified insect show natural decomposition, several structural features remain visible, offering a glimpse into the fossilization process that occurred nearly 100 million years ago. The mosquito, with its slender body and delicate wings, adds further detail and contrast to the composition. Together, these inclusions provide an intriguing snapshot of prehistoric insect life within the ancient forest environment where the resin originally formed.
Details
• Approximately 100 million years old
• Origin: Hukawng Valley, Burma
• Period: Cretaceous amber, time of the dinosaurs
• Inclusions: Partially decomposed unidentified insect and mosquito
All pieces come with an info card with their locality.