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Cockroach Fossil - Eocene 48 m. y. a. Green River Formation, Colorado
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Cockroach Fossil - Eocene 48 m. y. a. Green River Formation, Colorado
KEL-1330
Cockroach Fossil - Eocene 48 m.y.a.
Green River Formation, Colorado.
Ken Lucas
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Time Travelers' Nightmare - The Eternal Roach!
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. In this snapshot, Ken Lucas takes us on a prehistoric journey back to the Eocene era, where even the most resilient creatures thrived. Behold KEL-1330, an ancient cockroach fossil from the Green River Formation in Colorado. This extraordinary find transports us to a time when dinosaurs roamed and insects ruled. Imagine stumbling upon this remarkable relic while exploring the depths of history! With its intricate details preserved over 48 million years, it's as if these tiny warriors have defied time itself. While some may shudder at the thought of encountering a modern-day cockroach scuttling across their kitchen floor, there's something strangely fascinating about witnessing their ancestors frozen in stone. KEL-1330 serves as a testament to nature's resilience and adaptability. These hardy critters have survived countless cataclysms throughout Earth's history – outliving empires and civilizations with unwavering tenacity. They are true survivors! So let us celebrate this humble yet mighty insect that has stood the test of time. From its humble beginnings in North America to becoming one of Earth's oldest inhabitants, we owe our respect to these unyielding pioneers who continue to thrive today. Ken Lucas reminds us that beneath every rock lies a story waiting to be discovered – tales from an ancient world that connect us with our past and inspire wonder for what lies ahead.
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