can you incubate eggs under a heat lamp?

[jazzisbest]

A few days ago, I posted a thread seeking advice on incubating eggs under a heat lamp. Today marks the 5th or 6th day of the incubation process and every morning, I diligently check the temperature and roll the eggs. To ensure the eggs receive enough moisture, I fill a bowl of water regularly. At 4 pm, I check the temperature and roll the eggs again. Before calling it a night, I check the temperature one last time and roll the eggs. After 5 to 6 days, I decided to candle the eggs and I am thrilled to report that it worked! My sister and I candled the eggs and found that 17 out of 20 eggs had veins indicating successful incubation. While they may not appear to have veins at first glance, a closer look reveals the positive results. I am excited to continue the incubation process and see the end result. Have a wonderful day!

 

[janiedoe]

Incubating is only a small part of the process. Hatching under a heat lamp will be a challenge.

 

[janiedoe]

And, welcome to BYC!

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

Interesting! You will need humidity at the hatching stage so they can break through the shell and not stick to the inside.

Good luck with your hatch!

 

[Grammy60]

Hi and welcome to BYC Good luck with your hatch

 

[jazzisbest]

Incubating is only a small part of the process. Hatching under a heat lamp will be a challenge.

I'm not sure I understand what you mean by hatching under a heat lamp being challenging. Could you please clarify?

 

[Iluveggers]

Welcome to BYC!

If you have eggs make it to lockdown, make sure to have some type of screen secured over your water bowl. I would hate to see one of them flop in & drown!

Good luck with your hatch, sounds like it will be tricky!

 

[Yorkshire Coop]

I'm not sure I understand what you mean by hatching under a heat lamp being challenging. Could you please clarify?

Because without the confines of an incubator or being under a broody hen you can’t control the humidity. Low humidity can cause problems with hatching. The chicks will find it difficult to break through the shell.

INCUBATION HUMIDITY

 

[jazzisbest]

Well, I have my incubating eggs in a small powder room in my house. It's a cozy little space where I can keep an eye on them. To keep them warm and moist, I placed a small towel on the bottom of the door and added a humidifier to maintain a humidity level of around 60-65%. It's been a bit of a process, but I'm excited to see the end result!

INCUBATION HUMIDITY

 

[Yorkshire Coop]

Good luck with your hatch