Hatching Collection (page 9)

Caterpillar of Owl butterfly (Caligo beltrao) beginning to hatch from egg

Hatchling with beak wide open, side view

Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) emerging from egg, close-up

Humboldt penguin (Spheniscus humboldti) chick beginning to hatch, still inside egg

Crowned plover (Vanellus coronatus) hatching from egg

Scaled quail or Blue quail (Callipepla squamata) still inside egg, cracks showing

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) chick hatching from egg

Newly hatched Budgerigar chicks (Melopsittacus undulatus) huddled together, with one unhatched egg

Araucana hatching from egg

Japanese quail (Coturnix japonica) hatching from egg

Aylesbury duckling hatched out of egg shell, front view

Blue morpho butterfly (Morpho peleides) emerging from cocoon, close-up

Budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) hatched from egg

Tawny owl (Strix aluco), hatchling beginning to emerge from egg

Araucana hatching from egg, still covered in shells

Humboldt penguin (Spheniscus humboldti) egg showing first cracks

Freshly hatched Duckling (Anatidae) with broken egg shell, side view

Chinese oak silk moth (Antheraea pernyi) caterpillar hatching, still inside egg

Ostrich (Struthio camelus) beginning to hatch, still inside egg

Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) emerging from egg

Ostrich (Struthio camelus) chick beginning to hatch

Corn snake (Elaphe guttata), head poking out of egg shell

Adult dragonfly emerging from nymph skin

Ostrich (Struthio camelus) chick emerging from egg shell

Red-legged Partridge, Alectoris rufa, chicks in nest among broken egg shells, front view

Camberwell Beauty (Nymphalis antiopa) butterfly beginning to emerge from its cocoon

White pheasant (Galliformes) hatched from egg

Tawny owl (Strix aluco) chick newly hatched with broken egg shell

Carolina duck (Aix sponsa) hatching from egg

Aylesbury duckling next to cracked egg shell

Lesser spotted dogfish (Scyliorhinus canicula) hatched from its egg case

Corn snake (Elaphe guttata) poking out of egg shell

Leopard tortoise (Geochelone pardalis) beginning to hatch

Small tortoiseshell butterfly (Aglais urticae) emerging from cocoon

Corn snake (Pantherophis guttatus), egg with small crack showing and liquid oozing from it

Black feather showing through a cracked egg shell

Tawny owl (Strix aluco), egg with crack showing, first signs of hatching

Barn owl (Tyto alba) hatched from egg

Roman goose, gosling emerging from egg shell

Barn owl (Tyto alba) egg, cracks showing

Humboldt penguin (Spheniscus humboldti), hatchling beside broken egg shell

Frog Spawn (Anura)

Egg (Gallus gallus) on side with chick hatching out

Camberwell Beauty (Nymphalis antiopa) fully developed butterfly hanging from a branch and a pupa next to it

Duckling (Anatidae) hatched from egg shell, side view

White pheasant (Galliformes) cracked egg shell

Mute swan (Cygnus olor) hatching from egg

Ostrich (Struthio camelus) and egg

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"Hatching: The Miracle of New Beginnings" Witness the awe-inspiring moment as an Emperor Penguin, with unwavering dedication, gazes down at his precious egg. In this captivating image by Francesco Accolti, we catch a glimpse of the first crack in the shell—a sign that new life is about to emerge. But hatching isn't limited to penguins alone. Explore the microscopic world through C. Elegans worms captured under a light micrograph, showcasing their delicate journey into existence. Or marvel at Phalacrocorax aristotelis, the European shag, as it breaks free from its confinement and takes its first breaths. Travel back in time with an illustration depicting a dinosaur hatching from its egg—an ancient spectacle frozen in time yet brimming with wonder. And don't forget our reptilian friends; witness a Cayman Crocodile emerging into the world or observe bagworm larvae constructing intricate cases made of plant fragments. Hatching extends beyond creatures on land; dive into the depths of oceans where Green Turtles and Olive Ridley Turtles hatch and embark on their perilous journey towards water—their instinct guiding them towards survival. Even closer to home lies an advertisement for a poultry farm in Mickleover, Derby—reminding us that hatching plays an essential role not only in nature but also within our agricultural practices. Finally, let's not overlook Ball Pythons native to Africa—captivating us as they break free from their eggs under human care—a testament to both natural beauty and mankind's commitment to conservation efforts. In every instance captured here—from icy Antarctica to vibrant India—we are reminded that hatching symbolizes hope, resilience, and endless possibilities. It serves as a reminder that life constantly renews itself—a cycle filled with anticipation and promise for what lies ahead.