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Prehistoric insects trapped in amber give glimpse into ancient life on Earth: "Little windows into the past"

Prehistoric insects trapped in amber give glimpse into ancient life on Earth: "Little windows into the past"
science9/18/2025

Scientists have discovered prehistoric insects preserved in amber in South America for the first time.

Scientists have discovered prehistoric insects preserved in amber for the first time in South America, providing a fresh glimpse into life on Earth at a time when flowering plants were just beginning to diversify and spread around the world. Many of ... [3123 chars]