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

The price of eggs has skyrocketed -- if eggs are even available -- at some Reno grocers as avian flu continues to cause nationwide shortages. The shelves have been empty for nearly three weeks at the Safeway at Damonte Ranch Town Center, according to employee Avi Weiss.

Eggs are in short supply in California and high priced due to bird flu, laws, high labor and supply costs, and increased consumption

"We're short of eggs in the market; that's why prices are high. At the same time, too, we're short of eggs to rebuild the flock," said an ISU professor.