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 sentence, 抱卵 is used to describe eggs being carried or protected by aquatic animals as part of their breeding process.
彼の仕事は養殖場で抱卵した魚介類の管理をすることです。
His job is to manage the spawning shellfish at the fish farm.
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 context, 抱卵 is used to describe the environment suitable for or related to holding or nurturing eggs.