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Name:
Winged Ant (Hymenoptera)
Age: Eocene
Formation: Amber Deposits
Location: Baltic Coast, Russia
Size: Amber piece is 0.4 inches long
This is an unusual insect in amber. It is a Male Winged Ant (Hymenoptera; Formicidae) from the Baltic Coast of Russia. This large specimen is complete and has great detail. The long legs and veined wings are extended, making for an aesthetic display. The ant is easily seen in the honey-colored amber piece. This is a beautiful example of a Winged Ant in fossil amber (close-up photo is included for free).
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