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Ecuador Amber Unveils 112-Million-Year-Old Insect Fossils

Scientists discovered 112-million-year-old amber in Ecuador containing well-preserved insects and plant fossils, offering new insights into the prehistoric ecosystems of Gondwana and filling a significant gap in Southern Hemisphere paleontology.

via ScienceDaily|

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Ancient Amazon Ecosystem Revealed by 112-Million-Year-Old Amber Finds

Scientists discovered South America's first large amber deposit in Ecuador, containing well-preserved insects and plant remains from over 100 million years ago, providing new insights into ancient ecosystems and rainforest environments during the Cretaceous period.

via Gizmodo|

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