Order: Scorpionida, Family: Buthidae Oligocene La Toca Mines, Dominican Republic Scorpions are among the rarest and most desirable finds in any amber. Recently found high in the mountains near Santiago, this nearly complete specimen (missing only one claw) is a full inch in length. The predator died in the defensive position, with tail coiled, ready to strike, and claw open. Numerous flies and ants are also visible. Though sealed in cloudy amber with filamentary fissures, the body is well preserved and color markings are visible on its exquisitely preserved tail. Offered in a Riker Mount. Measures 1 1/4 x 3/4in
Order: Scorpionida, Family: Buthidae Oligocene La Toca Mines, Dominican Republic Scorpions are among the rarest and most desirable finds in any amber. Recently found high in the mountains near Santiago, this nearly complete specimen (missing only one claw) is a full inch in length. The predator died in the defensive position, with tail coiled, ready to strike, and claw open. Numerous flies and ants are also visible. Though sealed in cloudy amber with filamentary fissures, the body is well preserved and color markings are visible on its exquisitely preserved tail. Offered in a Riker Mount. Measures 1 1/4 x 3/4in
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