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Which bird lays the smallest egg?
Quick Answer
The bee hummingbird lays the smallest bird eggs, with eggs only about 1 centimeter long and weighing less than 1 gram.
The Full Story
The bee hummingbird, the smallest bird species, also lays the smallest eggs among birds. Its eggs are tiny, typically about 1 centimeter in length and extremely light, usually well under 1 gram. The bird itself is native to Cuba and is barely larger than a large insect. Its miniature size is reflected in every part of its biology, including its eggs.
Key Facts
1.Eggs about 1 cm long
2.Species: bee hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae)
3.Native to Cuba
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