Hatchling

usgb/ˈhæʧlɪŋ/
noun

A young animal that has recently emerged from an egg.

The baby turtles are called hatchlings.
Visual representation of "hatchling" - A young animal that has recently emerged from an egg.

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  • turtle hatchling
  • bird hatchling

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baby animal, newly born, young one

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Wildlife

Hatchlings are a crucial stage in the life cycle of many species.

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The survival of hatchlings can impact population numbers.
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