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Mexican amber
Piece of amber from Mexico from the Upper Oligocene about 25 million years old. Donated by Christine Bayliss
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Amber Cenozoic Fossil Fossilised Glowing Mexican Oligocene Palaeogene Phanerozoic Prehistoric Resin Tertiary Tertiary Period Upper
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: A 25-Million-Year-Old Mexican Amber Piece from the Upper Oligocene Period 2. Description: This image showcases a remarkable piece of Mexican amber, donated by Christine Bayliss. Hailing from the Upper Oligocene epoch around 25 million years ago, this amber is a precious relic from the Tertiary period, a time marked by the emergence of numerous diverse plant and animal species during the Phanerozoic Concordat. 3. Background: Mexican amber, also known as Dominican amber due to its primary source in the Dominican Republic, is renowned for its unique properties and the exceptional preservation of the fossilized organisms it contains. This orange-hued amber piece, with its glowing, translucent appearance, offers a glimpse into the prehistoric world of the Paleogene era. 4. Geological Significance: The Upper Oligocene period, which spans from approximately 28 to 23 million years ago, is an essential time frame in the Cenozoic Era. This era marked the beginning of the Tertiary period, a time characterized by the rise of numerous mammalian orders and the decline of the dinosaurs. The fossils encased in this Mexican amber provide valuable insights into the flora and fauna of this period. 5. Fossils and Resin: The intricately detailed fossils preserved within this amber piece offer a unique perspective on the organisms that inhabited Earth during the Upper Oligocene. The resin, sourced from ancient trees, hardened and encased these organisms, preserving them in exquisite detail for millions of years. 6. Conclusion: This stunning Mexican amber piece, with its rich history and captivating appearance, serves as a testament to the natural wonders that have shaped our planet. Its preservation of organisms from the Upper Oligocene period offers invaluable insights into the world of the Paleogene era and the diverse life that existed during this time.
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