Bobwhite and Gambel quails humidity drop??

[Kayla1baker]

I have some gambel and bobwhite quails in the incubator usually kept at 100F and 45% to 55% Humidity. Started incubating 7days ago developing good, got home after 5 hours and see the humidity was down to 30% it's back up to it's usual now, but could the humidity drop harm them or kill them?

 

[JaeG]

No, they'll be fine. It's the average humidity overall that's important. Dropping below 25% for an extended period is not good though. Just keep an eye on those air cells and adjust accordingly if necessary.

Good luck with the hatch. Quail are very cute babies.

 

[007Sean]

Howdy Kayla,
No, short period of time below the target % will not harm the eggs. Several days below will. Just keep an eye on the temp and humidity, you should be alright. Try to keep the humidity between 40 - 45% , you'll have better results.
Hope you have a great

 

[Kayla1baker]

Thank you for your response !! Very excited