First time incubating

[Bellagrl]

So I recently ordered quail eggs, they should be here sometime this week, I've never incubated eggs before. I got an incubator from a friend, I have it running now to get used to using it. I was thinking of putting some chicken eggs in it for now until I get my quail eggs, I am very worried about screwing up the quail eggs. Can I start with a few chicken eggs a few days before the quail eggs? Any idvice? I googled stuff but I feel like advice from people who have done it is a lot more helpful.

 

[PioneerChicks]

I'm not very experienced in hatching and have never owned quail, but there are others on here who have! Try joining a hatch-a-long, here's one that just recently started: https://www.backyardchickens.com/th...-all-are-welcome.1352789/page-7#post-22313425

Good luck!

 

[Mvan42]

You could do that.. but since its your first time and they are on the way I wouldn't suggest a staggered hatch. Make sure you let the eggs sit for a day to settle before starting... there's an article her about incubating shipped eggs if i can find it i will post a link..

 

[MGG]

Here is the article I think @Mvan42 was looking for. I wouldn't put the chicken eggs in, even if they hatched on the same day the chicks might hurt the quail chicks. Just wait for the quail eggs https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/hatching-shipped-eggs.75470/

 

[Mvan42]

Here is the article I think @Mvan42 was looking for. I wouldn't put the chicken eggs in, even if they hatched on the same day the chicks might hurt the quail chicks. Just wait for the quail eggs https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/hatching-shipped-eggs.75470/

Yes thanks.. i had to go do a few things didn't get back til now

 

[MGG]

Yup, no problem