One of the sure signs that a fossil site is a Laggerstatt is when insects are well preserved, as in the insect fossils below. Insect preservation generally requires rapid sedimentary coverage before decay and predation occur. Liaoning is noted for its excellent insect preservation. Identification of insect fossils in shale is a tricky business. Usually, you do good if you can get the Order correctly.

	Mecoptera (scorpionfly) Fossil