Early Cretaceous Beetle (“Abu Ja‘ran”) Preserved in Jordanian Amber

A rare fossil of a beetle known locally as “Abu Ja‘ran” (order Coleoptera) has been discovered in Jordanian amber dated to approximately 140 million years ago (Early Cretaceous). اضافة اعلان

The amber has preserved fine anatomical details, including the segmented legs, thoracic structure, and hardened wing covers, allowing close study of this ancient insect.

This discovery shows that beetles were already diverse and well-adapted in early terrestrial ecosystems. It also indicates that the region, now Jordan, once supported humid, resin-producing forests that sustained complex ecological systems, including decomposer insects similar to modern scarab beetles.

This specimen in the picture represents an important addition to the fossil record of insects in the Middle East and highlights the global scientific value of Jordanian amber.