My eggs have not hatched! It is day 24!

[LilLil127]

My eggs have not pipped yet and it is day 24. I am getting worried because they are barely moving but when I candle them they look ready to pop but there is no movement! What can I do to help?

 

[floppysquirrel04]

What has your temp and humidity been throughout incubation? Look up how to float test eggs for viability. Do they smell? What bator are you using? When you candle, make sure you are in a pitch black room like a closet or windowless bathroom. Can you see any veins in the egg? Pictures may help us.

 

[MGG]

What has your temp and humidity been throughout incubation? Look up how to float test eggs for viability. Do they smell? What bator are you using? When you candle, make sure you are in a pitch black room like a closet or windowless bathroom. Can you see any veins in the egg? Pictures may help us.

X2, but do not float test them if you want them to hatch! I once killed an entire clutch because the float test said they were dead. It is super unreliable, and it is the worst feeling when you throw out eggs and realize you made a mistake. I watched them die and I couldn't do anything about it. There are many other members who have had horrible luck with the float test. It is only reliable for testing eggs for eating. I'm guessing your temp was off. Do you have a fully calibrated thermometer? I would up the temp a bit and just leave them. It's too late to do anything, and too early too assist the hatch. Good luck.

 

[LilLil127]

Thanks! This helped!