Planthopper bug in Baltic amber
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Planthopper bug in Baltic amber
Planthopper bug Hemiptera: Fulgoroidea: Achilidae trapped in Baltic amber. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene. Image from Amber the Natural Time Capsule
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Amber Andrew Andrew Ross Arthropod Arthropoda Auchenorrhyncha Auchenorrhynchan Baltic Baltic Amber Cenozoic Eocene Fossil Fossilised Free Living Hemipteran Hemiptera Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Palaeogene Phanerozoic Invertebrata
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: A Planthopper Bug Frozen in Time in Baltic Amber 2.. This image showcases a perfectly preserved Planthopper bug (Hemiptera: Fulgoroidea: Achilidae) trapped in a piece of Baltic amber. The specimen dates back to the Upper Eocene epoch, providing a unique window into the Cenozoic era, approximately 45-56 million years ago. 3. Discovery: The Planthopper bug, a free-living hemipteran, is an intriguing find from the Phanerozoic Coniferous Forests that once thrived in Europe. This specimen is a valuable addition to the extensive record of the Auchenorrhyncha order, which includes the Fulgoromorpha family. 4. Preservation: The amber, sourced from the Baltic Sea region, has encapsulated the insect in exquisite detail, preserving its delicate features and intricate structures. The hexapod's body, wings, and legs are all intact, offering researchers an unparalleled opportunity to study the morphology and anatomy of this ancient invertebrate. 5. Significance: The discovery of this Planthopper bug in Baltic amber is essential for understanding the evolution and diversity of the Hemiptera order. It also provides insights into the ecosystems and environments that existed during the Paleogene period. 6. Appreciation: This stunning image serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity that once inhabited our planet and the invaluable role that fossils play in documenting the natural world's history. The Planthopper bug, frozen in time, invites us to marvel at the beauty and complexity of life, both past and present. 7. Sources: Amber the Natural Time Capsule, Mary Evans Prints Online. 8. Keywords: andrew, animal, insect, invertebrate, bug, arthropod, baltic, arthropoda, fossilised, amber, fossil, insecta, dr, eocene, hemiptera, insects, one, palaeogene, hexapoda, baltic amber, cenozoic, auchenorrhyncha, fulgoromorpha, hexapod, animals, invertebrata, phanerozoic, auchenorrhynchan.
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