hatch·ling

[hach-ling]
noun
a young bird, reptile, or fish recently emerged from an egg.

Origin:
1895–1900; hatch1 + -ling1

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hatchling (ˈhætʃlɪŋ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
a young animal that has newly emerged from an egg
 
[C19: from hatch1 + -ling1]

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Hatchling is always a great word to know.
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Example sentences
For hatchling sea turtles, artificial light is a killer.
Evaluate extent of hatchling disorientation and misorientation on all important
  nesting beaches.
It reminds her of past work at the hatchling laboratory.
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