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Very Fine Gall Gnat with Distinct Antennae
Stock Number  ACBGG01

Name:   Gall Gnat (Cecidomiidaea)
Age:  Eocene
Formation:  Amber Deposits
Location:  Baltic Coast, Russia
Size:  Amber piece is 0.55 inches long

This is an unusual insect in Baltic Amber. It is a fine Gall Gnat (Cecidomiidaea) from Russia. This specimen has very good detail - the simple wings are easily seen. The long antennae are also extremely detailed, looking like a string of pearls. This is a very nice Gall Gnat trapped in Baltic Amber (large close-up photo is included for free).


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