Chick hatching, a few problems. Should I be worried? Please respond.

[emwa1988]

One of my chicks hatched in the last 15 mins. It took a little while to get out but not too long. It came out smaller than the others and quite wet. When I looked in the egg I saw quite a lot of jelly-like goo, which was attached to his vent by a slimy thread which detached as he moved away. I assume it is his yolk sack but none of it looks like actual insides. (Sorry for the poor photo quality)




I'm keeping an eye on it, he is as lively as the others, wandering about and drying off. Generally he seems to be doing ok. Nothing s hanging out of his vent at all. Is there anything I should be worried about or do for him?


Swift replies appreciated. Thank you!

 

[chickster5003]

It's normal, it's just old stuff from the embryo, as long as his vent is fine he is fine

 

[emwa1988]

Quote: Lovely, thank you. Puts my mind at ease. He's doing great now, can't tell him apart from the others.

 

[chickster5003]

Wonderful! Pictures?

 

[emwa1988]

I'm still trying to obey the lockdown and my incubator has darkened plastic so hard to get a good photo, will post some soon!

 

[chickster5003]

Ok, good choice

 

[emwa1988]

Follow link below for some initial pictures!

https://lifeinasoggymeadow.wordpres...easter-a-step-by-step-hatch-part-4-hatch-day/

 

[emwa1988]

Ok, what do I do here? Chick hatched with small red sack hanging out of its vent. It's not bleeding and the chick seems normal. Ive cleaned the area a little with warm water and a cotton bud and applied a little antibacterial cream. Will it remedy itself? I've heard about tying these off? Could you give me some advice please?

 

[chickster5003]

Is it any better?

 

[emwa1988]

It seems fine. Red sack is still there though. I'm wondering if it's going to cause problems toileting?