Why are some eggs round and others pointy? Scientists think they've cracked it...
Ever wondered why some eggs are more rounded while others are more elliptical?
Well, it appears scientists may finally have an answer to why eggs come in different shapes and, apparently, it is all down to the bird’s flying ability.
According to researchers, the best fliers are the ones that lay more “pointy” or elliptical shaped eggs.
The scientists believe egg shape and powered flight may have evolved together because of the need to keep an airborne body sleek and streamlined, thereby reducing the size of the abdominal cavity.
Well, it appears scientists may finally have an answer to why eggs come in different shapes and, apparently, it is all down to the bird’s flying ability.
According to researchers, the best fliers are the ones that lay more “pointy” or elliptical shaped eggs.
The scientists believe egg shape and powered flight may have evolved together because of the need to keep an airborne body sleek and streamlined, thereby reducing the size of the abdominal cavity.
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