Dinosaur Eggs

Just like today's birds and reptiles, dinosaurs reproduced by laying eggs with tough shells. These eggs came in all shapes and sizes, depending on the dinosaur species. Some were smooth and round, like a bowling ball, while others were elongated and oval.

Unlike most bird eggs we see today, dinosaur eggs often had a rough, bumpy texture. Scientists believe these bumps and ridges might have helped with things like temperature control or even camouflage. The baby dinosaurs grew safe and sound inside these shells until they were strong enough to hatch and explore the prehistoric world.

Finding dinosaur egg fossils is like discovering a window into the past. Paleontologists (scientists who study fossils) have unearthed dinosaur egg nests in many places around the world. Studying these fossils helps us understand how dinosaurs cared for their young. Some dinosaurs, like the Protoceratops, may have even built nests and brooded over their eggs to keep them warm!

Dinosaur eggs are a valuable source of information for scientists. They can tell us not only about the dinosaurs themselves, but also about the climate and environment of the time.