Bird Eggs
The hard-shelled eggs that birds lay, which contain a baby bird inside.
What is it?
Bird eggs come in many colors and sizes. The Elegant Crested Tinamou lays bright green eggs that look like jade and are as smooth as porcelain. Other birds lay white, blue, or spotted eggs. The color can help camouflage the eggs or signal their health. The Edwards's pheasant lays up to seven eggs per clutch, and can have up to three clutches per year. The eggs are likely brown or speckled to blend in with the forest floor.
Why it matters
Eggs are how birds reproduce. Studying eggs helps scientists understand bird behavior and evolution.
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