99-million-year-old fight between ‘hell ant’ and its prey preserved in amber
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A fossil of an ancient "hell ant" has been discovered, with some reports suggesting it is 99 million years old and preserved in amber, while others indicate it may be 113 million years old and found in rock in Brazil. The fossil appears to show the ant interacting with its prey, possibly capturing a moment of attack or feeding. The discovery provides insight into the behavior and characteristics of these prehistoric insects, including their unique headgear.
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