How Do You Use An Incubator To Hatch Chicks?
Hatching chicks from eggs in an incubator is an exciting activity. There is the gathering of fertilized eggs from the hens, the checking of embryos by candling, and the incubation of the egg. All of this leads up to the miracle of hatching these eggs in the safety of the incubator. This can be a great way to ensure the eggs hatch for farming and a great learning experience for children of all ages. Determine if the eggs are fertilized before placing them in the incubator. This is done by candling, or holding an egg to a bright light. If the egg is fertile, the egg will appear very dark. If the egg is not fertilized, the egg will appear light and transparent. Place the fertile egg in the incubator and dispose of the unfertilized one. Place the eggs in the incubator, turning the eggs four times a day. Wear gloves when turning the eggs to prevent oil from your hands clogging the pores of the egg, potentially killing the embryo. Wait approximately 20 days from laying for the eggs to hatch.
