Preparation Series (IMAGE)

University of Bonn

Preparation Series

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(A) The fossilized beetle is partially encased in rock. (B) Computed tomography was used to create a digital model; the actual beetle (green) protrudes slightly from the rock (brown). (C) The non-destructive digital preparation reveals an unexpectedly detailed image of the encased body parts in the belly area.

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(c) Photo: Achim Schwermann/Thomas van de Kamp

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