REAL AMBER WITH INSECTS

Amber can preserve eye structures in incredible detail. This collection highlights the best examples of insect eyes preserved in amber that we have found.

Beetles in amber are among the most common insects found in amber, and therefore, among the most diverse as well. Their hard bodies preserve well. This page features the best beetles in amber we have found so far. 13) Beetle with large mandibles Provenance: Dominican Amber, Palo Quemado Origin: Dominican Republic Age: ~15–20 million years Geologic Period: Miocene This beetle has large clear mandibles, and a red glow from oxidation. Rare species. 12) Beetle farting in amber.

Hemiptera is a diverse order of insects recognized by their piercing / sucking mouthparts. Here are some of the best Hemipterans in amber we have found so far. 7) Hemiptera with long probiscus and antennae. Provenance: Burmese Amber (Myanmar) Origin: Hukawng Valley, Kachin State, Myanmar Age: ~98–100 million years Geologic Period: Mid-Cretaceous The long probiscus on this insect is used for impaling it's prey. 6) Adult hemiptera with clear legs and wings. Provenance: Domi