Why does the easter bunny lay eggs?

We forget today, when we can go to the supermarket any time and pick up a dozen, that eggs once were a seasonal commodity. In nature, birds don't lay eggs year 'round. Their egg-laying cycles are regulated by amount of daylight, and when days grow short, so do fresh eggs. read more

Easter Sunday is one of the most hallowed days in Christian tradition -- and to celebrate, millions of children around the world will await the arrival of a mythical bunny to deliver them candy-filled eggs. read more

The idea actually comes from a pagan celebration of spring, which was eventually linked to the religious holiday. According to the legend, following a long winter, the goddess of spring, Eastre, turned a frozen bird into a snow hare that could lay colorful eggs. read more