metamorphosiseggs
Metamorphosiseggs are a speculative concept used in biology fiction and theoretical evo-devo discussions to describe eggs that carry cues for metamorphosis. They differ from ordinary eggs by containing regulatory elements that bias development toward alternate morphs.
Mechanisms are imagined as embedding of morphogen gradients, timing genes, and hormone-like signals within the embryonic
Life cycle: an egg laid in a niche contains a prepattern that guides the hatchling to enter
Ecology and evolution: The concept illustrates developmental plasticity and niche switching, potentially increasing survivorship across heterogeneous
In culture and research status: Widely used in speculative worldbuilding, science fiction, and theoretical discussions. It