Here's a breakdown:
* Ovi- comes from the Latin word "ovum," meaning "egg."
* -Parous means "producing" or "giving birth to."
So, "oviparous" literally means "egg-producing."
Examples of oviparous animals include:
* Birds
* Reptiles
* Amphibians
* Fish
* Insects
* Most invertebrates
Contrast this with "viviparous" animals, which give birth to live young.