Frozen in time 112 million years ago, an entire ecosystem preserved in amber has been unearthed from a quarry in Ecuador. The scene contains bugs, pollen, and even strands of spider web. This is the ...
The discovery in Ecuador of multiple pieces of insect-bearing amber—112 millions of years old—has opened a window to the secrets of a prehistoric forest. At this time, during the Cretaceous era, South ...
The first amber deposits in South America containing preserved insects have been discovered in a quarry in Ecuador, reports a paper in Communications Earth & Environment. The finding provides a ...
Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. AMBER IS a portal to the past. The pieces often capture insects ...