Is it a bad omen to crack open bloody egg?

There's no scientific basis or reason to believe that cracking a bloody egg is a bad omen. It's simply a natural occurrence that can happen for a few reasons:

* Old Egg: As eggs age, the yolk membrane can weaken, making it more susceptible to breaking and releasing blood vessels.

* Rough Handling: If the egg is dropped or handled too roughly, it can cause internal damage and rupture blood vessels.

* Chicken Injury: Sometimes a chicken may have an internal injury while laying the egg, causing blood to mix with the yolk.

It's perfectly safe to eat a bloody egg, as long as it's cooked thoroughly. The blood itself is a natural part of the egg and poses no health risk.

So, don't worry if you crack open a bloody egg - it's just a little egg-cellent surprise!