The recent outbreak of avian influenza is to blame for the shortage of eggs which experts say may not be resolved for months.

Egg prices at Bellingham stores in December ranged from $2.47 to $5.29 per dozen. By Jan. 2, the same brands ranged from $3.49 to $6.99. The egg shortage and price increase is blamed on a recent bird flu outbreak, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Some grocery stores are reporting a limited egg supply due to avian influenza, which is also known as bird flu.

Some grocery store shelves have been without eggs in recent weeks. What is causing the shortage, and when will it ease?

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Two different strains of bird flu have been cropping up across the country, posing a threat to livestock and possibly raising prices at the grocery store. So far, only one case has been reported in Vermont,