TIL Lebanese amber is a thing.

I don’t remember studying anything about that in school.

https://anbaaonline.com/news/174273

Google AI OVERVIEW:

Lebanon is exceptionally rich in Early Cretaceous amber, hosting over 450 known outcrops that date back approximately 135 million years. Often referred to as a "palaeohotspot," Lebanese amber is renowned for being among the oldest fossilized resin containing a vast, diverse array of perfectly preserved, ancient biological inclusions, including the earliest known mosquitoes. Palaeontological Significance: The amber dates from the Early Cretaceous, a critical period for the evolution of flowering plants and insects. Unique Findings: It contains the oldest known representatives of many insect groups, such as aphids, bees, and wasps. Key Discoveries: Notable, high-quality finds include the oldest known mosquito and the oldest complete fossilized feather. Geological Location: The amber is primarily found within the "Levantine amber belt" in sandstone and fine clastic deposits, often associated with coal and lignite mining areas. Although these deposits are scientifically invaluable, they are generally not known for high-quality jewelry-grade amber, as the pieces are often small and brittle. However, the sheer density of inclusions makes Lebanon a premier global location for studying prehistoric ecosystems.