How Do You Hatch Ducks In An Incubator?
There are several breeds of ducks. Each duck egg may hatch in different timeframes. The following steps will show you how to hatch eggs from the most common variety of duck, which is the Peking Duck, in an incubator. Set the incubator to 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit and 55% humidity. Leave it on for a day or two to stabilize the temperature and humidity levels before placing the eggs inside. Set the ventilation by reading the incubator manufacturer’s directions. Select eggs that have been laid 1-3 days prior and are not misshapen or too big or too small. Inspect the eggs by shining a light through, or “candle,” the eggs. If you see double yolks inside or notice any cracks, do not select these eggs. Place the eggs inside a duck incubator insert tray and place the tray inside the incubator. Turn the eggs four-to-seven times each day. Candle the egg after the sixth day of incubation. At this point, you should start to see spider-like veins developing around the egg. This is a good, fertile egg
