"Alien" insect trapped in amber stuns scientists!

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While having a little peek around the web, I happened upon this bit of information that made me think of you, here on SCIFIED! I certainly hope you enjoy this information! :)

"Alien" insect trapped in amber stuns scientists!

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January 28, 2017

Not so sure about Alien lol

Insects have been around for Many Millions of years, many are extinct the insect in that amber looks like it may be closely related to a degree to the Protodiplatyidae/Eodermaptera Family.

May be a new order/species related though..

Therefore similar to Earwig.. especially Nymph stage

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January 28, 2017

Then again it does look a bit like a Wingless Stonefly...

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January 28, 2017

BIG DAVE - Indeed! I happen to think this little fellow somewhat resembles a Praying Mantis to some degree! However, you are quite correct: this "alien" insect does share similarities with a wingless stonefly! :)

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January 29, 2017

I done a bit of research and apparently it looked so alien it was given its own scientific order called Aethiocarenodea!

"The greatest thing we must learn in life is that nothing is impossible. We fear the unknown on a daily basis, but it is that unknown which drives us. Our species, whatever entities we may be, have been given the gift of asking why? We cannot forget that." -Simon Masrani

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January 29, 2017

V-3 RAPTOR - How very compelling! Thank you so very much for providing this information! :)

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January 30, 2017

Here's some more information on the creature https://www.cnet.com/news/alien-et-insect-amber-oregon-state-university-george-poinar/