Egg Incubation Guide
Complete guide for incubating chicken and duck eggs
Instructions
- Select the bird type (chicken or duck)
- Enter the date you started incubating the eggs
- Select your preferred temperature unit
- Review the incubation requirements and schedule below
Temperature Requirements
Ideal:37.5°C
Range:37.2°C - 37.8°C
Maintain consistent temperature throughout incubation. Fluctuations can affect hatch rates.
Humidity Requirements
Ideal:52%
Range:50% - 55%
Increase to 65-70% during the last 3 days (lockdown).
Egg Rotation Schedule
Frequency: 3-5 times per day
Rotate eggs at least 3 times daily, ideally 5 times. Mark one side with an X to track rotations.
Rotation Tips:
- Rotate eggs 180 degrees each time (turn end over end, not side to side)
- Mark one side of each egg with an X to track which side is up
- Rotate at regular intervals throughout the day
- Stop rotating during lockdown period (last 3 days)
- Be gentle when rotating to avoid damaging the developing embryo
Important Notes
- Stop rotating eggs on day 18 (lockdown period)
- Increase humidity to 65-70% during the last 3 days
- Do not open the incubator during the last 3 days unless absolutely necessary
- Chicks typically hatch between days 20-21
Note: These are general guidelines for chicken egg incubation. Actual results may vary based on incubator quality, egg quality, and environmental conditions. Always monitor your incubator closely and make adjustments as needed.