This is the 8527th most frequent Japanese word.
抱卵
To carry or hold eggs (e.g., used for animals like birds or crustaceans).
In this context, 抱卵 is used to describe the environment suitable for or related to holding or nurturing eggs.
この温度は抱卵環境に最適です。
This temperature is optimal for an egg-carrying environment.
Here, 抱卵 refers to birds incubating their eggs, reflecting their role in reproduction and care.
研究者たちは抱卵している鳥の生態を観察しました。
The researchers observed the ecology of birds that were incubating eggs.
In this sentence, 抱卵 is used to describe eggs being carried or protected by aquatic animals as part of their breeding process.