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No. 83920221

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Amber - scorpion preying on crickets - 23.6 mm - 12 mm
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Amber - scorpion preying on crickets - 23.6 mm - 12 mm

Frederic Lacombat

Selected by Frederic Lacombat
Scenario amber - scorpion preying on crickets - natural Burmese insect amber Size: 23.6-12-3.2mm Weight: 0.59 g Location: Myanmar Era: Cretaceous (1.45 to 66 million years ago) A rare scorpion preys on a large cricket. The scorpion is well preserved. One pincer has clamped one of the cricket's thighs. It is a classic predatory scene. The cricket is peeling after a struggle. [Photos] The photos are all taken at macro magnification. Please refer to the scale pictures for the actual size of the items. [Must Read] Burmese amber is a natural product. Blemishes, ice cracks, and plant debris are all characteristics of pure natural amber.

No. 83920221

No longer available
Amber - scorpion preying on crickets - 23.6 mm - 12 mm

Amber - scorpion preying on crickets - 23.6 mm - 12 mm

Scenario amber - scorpion preying on crickets - natural Burmese insect amber

Size: 23.6-12-3.2mm
Weight: 0.59 g
Location: Myanmar
Era: Cretaceous (1.45 to 66 million years ago)

A rare scorpion preys on a large cricket. The scorpion is well preserved. One pincer has clamped one of the cricket's thighs. It is a classic predatory scene. The cricket is peeling after a struggle.

[Photos] The photos are all taken at macro magnification. Please refer to the scale pictures for the actual size of the items.
[Must Read] Burmese amber is a natural product. Blemishes, ice cracks, and plant debris are all characteristics of pure natural amber.

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