Egg shrinkwrapped?

[hlf1996]

I moistened the membrane and am letting the chick do the rest. I hope he hatches happy and healthy. When moistening the membrane I could still see veins so I know he wont be ready to hatch for a while. If you would like to share your experiences I would appreciate it, thanks so much.

 

[mljohnson05]

Shrink wrapped: before pipping, both inner and out membranes dry tight around the chick; caused by too little humidity throughout incubation. The signs of shrink wrapped are that the inner membrane turns a dark brown color and there is no space between the chick and egg. It is usually flapping around under ideal conditions from the chick breathing.

Sticky chick: after pipping, the liquids dry becoming glue-like followed by concrete-like; caused by too little humidity during lockdown

Just peel back more of the shell and wet the membrane with a Q-tip. Be very gentle around the veins. Then wrap him and egg in a damp paper towel (not covering the beak) and put him back in the bator.


Best Wishes,
Laura

 

[MaransGuy]

How did you see the membrane? If the veins are still active there should have only been the tiny little pip in the shell and no need for moistening anything.

 

[mljohnson05]

Quote:
They changed their post a little bit ago...there was a entire reasoning and question part.....guess you missed out on that one.....

 

[blazensasha]

Had a alittle peep I had to do the peel and paper towel thing baby turned out fine your's will too.