Day 22 and not even a chirp

[rosco]

I have silkie eggs in bator and on day 22 now and still no pipping...not even a chirp. Should I just be patient? or is there something I should do?

 

[debilorrah]

First off have you candled to see if they are actually developed? And yes you need to be patient. Sometimes if your temps are a bit on the low side they take longer to hatch. Mine were on the high side and they are hatching a day early.

 

[rosco]

Yes, started with 7 eggs and now down to 3. These last 3 showed development. Temperature may be the cause. the thermometer is not acurate. Will be patient. Thanks for the reply.

 

[debilorrah]

I like to have alot of eggs to start with, though my bator only hoilds 24. But if it is full, then the chances are better I feel ok about that hatch!!!!