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viviparous
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(of animals) giving birth to developed babies instead of laying eggs
viviparous
adj
Example
The study of viviparous organisms provides insights into the diverse reproductive strategies found in the animal kingdom.
Unlike most fish, the guppy is viviparous, giving birth to live young rather than laying eggs.
The viviparous nature of certain reptiles, like the boa constrictor, allows them to give birth to live young in environments where egg-laying would be risky.
Some species of sharks are viviparous, with embryos developing inside the mother until they are ready to be born.
Many mammals, including humans, are viviparous, providing nourishment to their developing offspring through a placenta.
