Ologies with Alie Ward Oology (EGGS) with John Bates
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Aug 14, 2018 Dive into the world of bird eggs with oologist Dr. John Bates at the Field Museum of Chicago. From speckled eggs to pigeon mysteries, explore modern research, Easter myths, and the possibility of hatching chickens from grocery store eggs. Prepare for a wild ride of eggstraordinary facts and beautiful sights!
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Adaptive Egg Shapes
- Egg shapes can be adaptations related to bird body shape and nesting environments.
- Cliff-nesting birds' eggs are pointed to roll in a circle, minimizing loss on cliffs.
Consider Health When Eating Eggs
- If at risk for heart disease, consult a physician about egg consumption.
- Be cautious of biased research sponsored by egg industry groups regarding health effects.
Accidental Egg Damage in Museums
- Even expert curators sometimes accidentally damaged valuable eggs.
- One dropped a drawer of eggs, but the scientific data remained intact.