#fossil amber

[uk-fossils]

Burmese Cretaceous Amber with Multiple Insect Inclusions | Flies & Gnats | UV Fluorescent Fossil | Myanmar | Genuine with COA

This is a remarkable and 100% genuine specimen of Cretaceous Burmese amber, containing multiple insect inclusions, including gnats, flies, and potentially other arthropods, preserved in exquisite detail. This transparent amber piece originates from Myanmar (Burma) and dates back to the Cretaceous period, approximately 99 million years ago.

Under UV light, this piece displays stunning fluorescence, highlighting the beauty of both the fossilized resin and the organic inclusions within. Each insect is visible through the amber matrix, offering a rare glimpse into the diverse ecosystems that coexisted with the dinosaurs.

Fossil Type: Amber with insect inclusions (fossil resin)

Geological Period: Cretaceous (~99 million years ago)

Formation/Locality: Hukawng Valley, Kachin State, Myanmar (Burma)

Inclusions: Multiple insects (Diptera – flies, gnats), potential other microarthropods

UV Feature: Fluorescent under UV light

Scale Reference: Cube = 1cm (see photo for full sizing)

Specimen: Exact piece shown in the photograph is the one you will receive

Authenticity: All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity

Scientific and Historical Significance

Burmese amber from the Cretaceous period is renowned for its exceptional preservation of soft-bodied organisms, particularly insects. These inclusions offer paleontologists extraordinary insight into mid-Cretaceous life. Flies and gnats found in these ambers often belong to extinct families or genera, many described only in recent decades. Each inclusion is a window into Earth's past ecosystems at a time when flowering plants were diversifying and dinosaurs roamed the Earth.

Kingdom: Animalia

Phylum: Arthropoda

Class: Insecta

Order: Diptera (flies, gnats)

Preservation Medium: Fossil tree resin (amber)

Age: Approx. 99 million years (Late Albian to early Cenomanian)

Why This Fossil Is Special

This specimen is not only geologically ancient but also scientifically valuable due to its multiple insect inclusions. Insects trapped in amber offer three-dimensional preservation, making them some of the most informative fossils available. The UV fluorescence further enhances its appeal for collectors and researchers.

Why Buy From Us?

You receive the exact specimen shown in the listing photos

100% genuine Cretaceous Burmese amber with Certificate of Authenticity

Ethically sourced and carefully selected for scientific and aesthetic quality

Ideal for collectors, educational use, and natural history enthusiasts

Own a rare and visually striking piece of the Cretaceous with this fluorescent Burmese amber specimen, featuring multiple gnats and flies, frozen in time for over 99 million years.

[pien-art]

together forever :)

what if we were little bugs holding hands encased in amber forever and ever :))))

prints available here :p

[futurebird]

She looks so mad to be trapped in amber! Free her!

Hell ant

Photo Credit: Barden, Herhold, Grimaldi, 2017

[amnhnyc]

What can we learn from a dinosaur feather preserved in amber? Let’s go behind the scenes of the Museum’s collection of amber fossils to find out!

[transparentfossil]

Fossil Tube-Making Caddisfly (Psychomyiidae) In Baltic Amber

[dozydawn]

“Butterflies may be far more ancient creatures than previously believed, reveals a new study of fossil specimens exquisitely preserved in amber. The oldest known butterflies fossilized in rocks suggest the winged insects date back to about 40 or 50 million years ago. But evidence from the five stunning amber specimens now suggests it is possible butterflies may have even fluttered around the heads of dinosaurs, which were wiped out 65 million years ago.”

22 March 2004.

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(1) mushrooms, (2) polaroid camera, (3) gravity falls question mark, (4) 1920s oregon map, (5) amber fossil, (6) jar of eyes, (7) gnome statue, (8) gravity falls journal 3, (9) dipper pines hat

[fancyfairywings]

Did fairies live during the jurassic age? I'd like to think they did, but I actually created these after a year or more of toying with the idea, which was sparked by that mosquito specimen trapped in amber on the top of the Jurassic Park owner's staff. First I had to conquer my Cricut to get the tiny wings done the way I wanted with embossing along the veins and I finally figured that out! And yes I've already fixed the blob on that last pendant, this was before the fix. I'll show off the finished necklaces here too when they're done soon as necklaces.

[geologyin-blog]

This ancient insect possessed a unique feature never before seen: a structure on its abdomen that functioned like a tiny Venus flytrap, snapping shut to trap prey. Unlike any wasp we see today.

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transparent version of this post + view here

[cupcakedex]

Fossil Pokemon cookies by snollia!

[starryspngs]

Amber

Source: X / X

[chasingrainbowsforever]

Prehistoric Praying Mantis Encased in Amber

[spiny-ant]

dinosaur ant (N. macrops) stimboard would be really cool!!!

Graaaaagh

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[transparentfossil]

2 Snails with Millipede Insects in Burmite Burmese Amber Fossil

[dozydawn]

“I'd like to show one of my botanical finds in Baltic amber (Eocene). The best fruit on the twig I ever had and saw. Oxalidaceae. Berry. Perfect one. Size 8mm.”