what does a cardinal egg look like

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A cardinal egg is typically small and oval-shaped, about 1 inch long and slightly less wide. The color of cardinal eggs varies from off-white, whitish, or pale gray to faint blue or greenish hues. They are usually speckled with spots or blotches of brown, gray, or pink, which help to camouflage them in the open nests. The speckles can sometimes be purple or brown, adding to the variability. These eggs are smooth and are laid in cup-shaped nests often found in shrubs or low trees.