He found over 100 eggs on his bed after a 6-month absence: the experts’ explanation is fascinating.

Imagine coming home after a long absence, putting down your suitcases, and finding your bed completely covered in tiny white eggs. More than a hundred of them. Lined up there, perfectly still, as if nothing were amiss. That’s exactly what happened to this man, and his astonishment quickly went viral on social media. But beyond the spectacular nature of the scene, this story raises some very real questions—and the experts’ answers are just as surprising.

When nature comes home

A house left empty for six months is a bit like an invitation to the local wildlife. Ajar windows, cracks in the walls, gaps under doors… Wild animals are far more ingenious than we think when it comes to finding a cozy shelter.

According to herpetologists—those reptile specialists—some species of lizards or snakes lay dozens of eggs at once. And unlike the familiar chicken eggs, theirs are soft, slightly pearly, and very similar in appearance. A quiet room, sheltered from predators and the elements? The ideal place for a future reptile mother.

These eggs are difficult to recognize with the naked eye.

 

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