Burmese Amber (Burmite) with Mole Cricket Inclusion (Gryllotalpoidea, Orthoptera) – Mid-Cretaceous (~99 Million Years Old) A rare and fascinating specimen of natural Burmese amber (Burmite) containing a well-preserved mole cricket inclusion (Superfamily Gryllotalpoidea, Order Orthoptera). Originating from Myanmar and dating to the Mid-Cretaceous period, approximately 99 million years ago, this specimen represents an exceptional record of ancient insect life from the age of dinosaurs. The inclusion displays characteristic mole cricket features, including robust forelegs adapted for digging, elongated body structure, and well-preserved appendages. Fossil mole crickets are considerably less common than many other insect inclusions found in Burmese amber, making this piece particularly attractive to collectors and researchers interested in prehistoric Orthoptera. Specifications Type: Burmese Amber (Burmite) Origin: Myanmar (Burma) Age: Mid-Cretaceous, approximately 99 million years Inclusion: Mole Cricket (Gryllotalpoidea, Orthoptera) Amber dimensions: 1.5 × 1.0 cm Color: Golden honey-yellow Preservation: Good, with visible anatomical details Transparency: Good This specimen offers a remarkable glimpse into the ancient forest ecosystems of the Cretaceous and preserves an insect lineage that still exists today. Its combination of rarity, scientific value, and aesthetic appeal makes it a desirable addition to any amber, fossil, entomological, or natural history collection