2 Reasons Why Robin Eggs Are Blue (American Robin)

Have you ever seen a Robin egg before and wondered why it's so blue? Turns out there are two reasons why this is the case.

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Color of Robins' eggs determines parental care - https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases...
Blue colored eggs protect the embryo from harmful UV light https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases...

Thumnail image eggs Image by SidLitke from Pixabay

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