Egg

An egg is a shelled container from which the offspring of several different types of an animals can hatch. It is laid by the female of the species. Eggs laid by chickens are the type most often consumed by humans.

In 1991, the Surrey milkman delivered two dozen eggs to 4 Privet Drive. Each of the eggs contained a Hogwarts acceptance letter rolled up and hidden inside it.

In 1994, the first task of the Triwizard Tournament was for each champion to claim a golden egg nestled amongst a stash of real dragon eggs and guarded by a dragon.

One popular way of enjoying eggs is fried.

Appearances

 * Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
 * Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
 * Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (film)
 * Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (video game)
 * Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
 * Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (video game)
 * Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
 * J.K. Rowling's Official Site
 * LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4
 * Harry Potter Trading Card Game
 * Pottermore