I've recently received two chicken eggs ( hatched yesterday) and I want to try to hatch them except I have no incubator. However, I do have a lamp and right now, the eggs are sitting in a cloth ( in a box) with a lamp over it. I've also read that it would be ok to use a toaster (set to 93 degrees) and to place a sponge next to it to keep the eggs moist. Which method is best to hatch the eggs? It would also be great if you guys had any other ideas for me. Keep in mind that I have no incubator though! Thanks!
2007-12-31 05:12:41 · 12 answers · asked by quackyquackers 1 in Pets ➔ Birds
To hatch eggs you will need an incubator. Since you most likely will not have the time to buy them (since you started incubation already) here are some in which you can make. Some of these are very simple, while others are not. Having an incubator will keep things going steady and greatly increase your chance of hatching these eggs.
http://www.downsizer.net/Projects/Raisin...
http://www.msstate.edu/dept/poultry/styr...
http://ohioline.osu.edu/b633/b633_9.html
http://members.aol.com/CGFARMS/buildincu...
After you have the incubator there are other things you need to know-
One would be proper temperature. The proper temperature for eggs is 99-101 degrees. You will need to keep this temperature constant. Even if the temperature changes from 101degress to 115 the chick can die. Keeping a steady temperature is very important especially during the start of incubation.
Another important thing is humidity. To hatch chicks the humidity needs to remain constant. Humidity should be 60-65. (83-88 wet bulb humidity)
in a forced air incubator. If you are using a still-air incubator then humidity should be 60-65 (80-90) wet bulb). At hatching time the humidity should be 70-75 (92-97 wet bulb). High humidity causes chicks to hatch ahead of time. Low humidity causes chicks to hatch late.
If you do not wish to buy a wet bulb thermometer you can make one
http://www.tifton.uga.edu/tobacco/wetbulb.htm
Also if you are good enough at candling you can determine how much humidity the eggs has http://www.extension.umn.edu/distribution/livestocksystems/DI0631.html
Another important factor is turning the eggs. The eggs will need turned 3 times dally (there isn’t a specific time when you have to do this during the day. Just try to even the times out to fit your schedule) Turning the eggs prevents the chick from getting stuck to the side of the shell. Not turning the egg will kill the chick or make it imposable for it to hatch out of the shell from that position.
Stop turning the eggs on day 18. This is when hatching time may start and the eggs should not be turned again. Chicks should hatch day 21 but they can take till day 24 to hatch. Anything longer may be unhealthy.
Other things to keep in mind-
Washing eggs- Do not wash the eggs. Washing eggs causes the egg sealant to come of thus letting bacterium into the egg. If you must wash the eggs do it with luke-warm water.
Refrigerating the eggs- The eggs must have never been refrigerated or kept in a place under 40 degrees. If they were then the membrane of the egg is dead.
Marking the eggs- It is best to mark your days and such on a peace of paper next to your incubator. If you must mark the eggs use only a standard lead pencil. Anything else can soak through the shell (no matter if the sealant is there) and kill the chick.
Eggs not to use- Do not hatch extremely large or small eggs. You want the chicks to be healthy. If you have a double yolk and decide to hatch it, it will be very likely that the chicks are not healthy.
Over 10 days- Eggs that are over 10 days old should not be incubated. If they are there will be an increase in lameness and illness.
Make sure that the parent stock is healthy- If the parent stock wasn’t given proper nutrition or has any illness it could be passed onto the chicks.
Seeing if the eggs are fertile- To see if you eggs are fertile you can candle the eggs. http://shilala.homestead.com/candling.html
Hope this helps. If you have anymore questions feel free to contact me via email.
(also the term hatched means that the chick has already came out of the egg. If the egg has just come out of the chicken then the term would be laid.)
2007-12-31 06:05:45 · answer #1 · answered by rhode runner 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
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I've recently received two chicken eggs ( hatched yesterday) and I want to try to hatch them except I have no incubator. However, I do have a lamp and right now, the eggs are sitting in a cloth ( in a box) with a lamp over it. I've also read that it would be ok to use a toaster (set to 93...
2015-08-05 22:34:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well tried this once and it worked, take the eggs place them in a box with cloth/towel, us a regular house lamp place about 9 inch from eggs, turn eggs 3 times a day, and us a spray bottle to spritz eggs once daily. Out of 12, I had 8 hatch and they all were wonderful chickens. Best of luck.
2007-12-31 05:17:56 · answer #3 · answered by Calamitty 5 · 12⤊ 0⤋
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The only correct answer is for you to have the mother sit on it. This is the only option if you don't want to use an incubator. The temperature and humidity need to be perfect, and the eggs need to be rotated at the correct times as well. Someone mentioned using an electric blanket - this would not work at all.
2016-04-10 03:39:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i wouldnt use the toaster lol but the lamp sounds good make sure the temp and humidity is right research on the internet what the correct would be also turn the eggs at least 3 times a day mark them so you know and spray them twice daily too not an ideal method though very risky i hope you have better planned when they hatch good luck :)
2007-12-31 05:24:43 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
I would go with the lamp. My mom used that method when she was small and it worked for her. Don't forget to rotate it and spritz it with water to keep it moist! Have fun and good luck!
P.S. to: anoldmick, fyi don't be so negative. Who knows, she/he may become a wonderful vet/docter ( is he/she is a kid) who might find the cure to cancer!
2007-12-31 06:17:19 · answer #6 · answered by Samantha J 1 · 9⤊ 2⤋
this is the best way to cook the egg
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2014-01-19 22:51:27 · answer #7 · answered by ? 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
you have to have a certain temperature, and a certain humidity. and the eggs have to be rotated slowly at regular intervals
2007-12-31 05:17:18 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Put them under a brooding hen.
2007-12-31 05:22:40 · answer #9 · answered by r_e_a_l_miles 4 · 4⤊ 3⤋
just keep the eggs warm!!
2014-10-28 23:54:18 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋