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Water bug in amber
A water bug preserved in Dominican amber. This specimen dates from the Lower Miocene period
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Amber Aquatic Arthropod Arthropoda Cenozoic Dominican Fossil Fossilised Hemiptera Heteroptera Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Lower Miocene Oval Phanerozoic Invertebrata
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: A Water Bug Frozen in Time in Dominican Amber Description: This image showcases a perfectly preserved water bug, an invertebrate insect belonging to the order Hemiptera and the family Gerridae, encased in Dominican amber from the Lower Miocene period. The amber, a fossilized tree resin, offers a window into the Cenozoic Era, approximately 15 million years ago. This ancient specimen, often referred to as a "Jesus bug" or "Magic bug" due to its remarkable preservation, is an oval-shaped arthropod with six legs and two pairs of wings. Its elongated body and distinctive features, such as its large, piercing eyes and long, slender legs, are clearly visible, providing a detailed look at the anatomy of this fascinating invertebrate. The intricate details of the water bug's exoskeleton, along with the delicate veins on its wings, are captured in the amber, offering a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the Phanerozoic Coniferous Forests that once thrived in the Dominican Republic. This precious fossil serves as a testament to the wonders of nature and the intricate processes that have shaped our planet over millions of years.
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