First Year Incubating Eggs, what do I need to know?

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Pyxis said:
Skip the hygrometer you posted and go with this one, it's much more accurate than a gauge type.

Also, the HovaBator is an okay choice, a lot of people like theirs. I just steer clear of Styrofoam incubators because they are very fussy and often need to be babysat to make sure the temp isn't fluctuating. If you have a bit more to spend and want to avoid that, give the Incuview from Incubator Warehouse a look.
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I looked at the incuviews and they were all way out of my price range! Thanks for the recommendations though

I have done a lot of research on that hovabator, and it has really good reviews, I also got some personal opinions from people who have used it, and they said it was an alright incubator. I don't really mind the extra work because I am planning on making a science project from it. I also trust your personal opinion as a more experienced person in this industry, so I am very unsure since I don't want to kill any chicks. :p
 
birdwrangler057 said:
I looked at the incuviews and they were all way out of my price range! Thanks for the recommendations though

I have done a lot of research on that hovabator, and it has really good reviews, I also got some personal opinions from people who have used it, and they said it was an alright incubator. I don't really mind the extra work because I am planning on making a science project from it. I also trust your personal opinion as a more experienced person in this industry, so I am very unsure since I don't want to kill any chicks. :p
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Oh they're still totally usable! AmyLynn who posted above uses one :) You just gotta keep a closer eye on them than other kinds.
 
Pyxis said:
Skip the hygrometer you posted and go with this one, it's much more accurate than a gauge type.

Also, the HovaBator is an okay choice, a lot of people like theirs. I just steer clear of Styrofoam incubators because they are very fussy and often need to be babysat to make sure the temp isn't fluctuating. If you have a bit more to spend and want to avoid that, give the Incuview from Incubator Warehouse a look.
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Pyxis said:
Oh they're still totally usable! AmyLynn who posted above uses one :) You just gotta keep a closer eye on them than other kinds.
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I love my Hovabator! I have the 1583, but know many people that use/have used the 1602N and say they are steady too. I swear, this thing is great with temps. It stays pretty much rock steady (you do have to readjust at lockdown when you add water) but I actually get to sleep through the night without worrying! I had a LG 9200 for 2 1/2 years and I didn't get much sleep during incubation for fear it would spike....lol and I love the picture window on the 1583.

I never use less than two thermometers, usually 3.
 
AmyLynn2374 said:
I love my Hovabator! I have the 1583, but know many people that use/have used the 1602N and say they are steady too. I swear, this thing is great with temps. It stays pretty much rock steady (you do have to readjust at lockdown when you add water) but I actually get to sleep through the night without worrying! I had a LG 9200 for 2 1/2 years and I didn't get much sleep during incubation for fear it would spike....lol and I love the picture window on the 1583.

I never use less than two thermometers, usually 3.
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I already have two on my list, so I guess I'll just purchase one of the cheaper glass ones. Do I need and extra hygrometer?
 
Ok I am new here and don't even know if this is where I am supposed to post. I have a question I am hatching some silkies and some other chicks they went on lockdown yesterday but I left them in Turner(I know bad idea) so this morning I quickly took them out of Turner and laid on wire rack. My question is what is the right humidity and temperature. Right now I am at 100 temp and @75 humidity. I have one egg that should be in the process of pipping but it's not and the others should be pipping tomorrow or Saturday. Please give a new silkie momma some advice. Thanks in advance yall
 
birdwrangler057 said:
I apologize for all the uestions, I really don't want to botch up anything! :D
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I have much more respect for a new hatcher that asks tons of questions and wants to be prepared and know all they can than one who does no research, knows nothing about temps or humidity and just wings it then looks for help when it all goes bad. I wish more new hatchers would take the time to find things out prior to starting a delicate little life.
 
silkiemomma12 said:
Ok I am new here and don't even know if this is where I am supposed to post. I have a question I am hatching some silkies and some other chicks they went on lockdown yesterday but I left them in Turner(I know bad idea) so this morning I quickly took them out of Turner and laid on wire rack. My question is what is the right humidity and temperature. Right now I am at 100 temp and @75 humidity. I have one egg that should be in the process of pipping but it's not and the others should be pipping tomorrow or Saturday. Please give a new silkie momma some advice. Thanks in advance yall
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Your temps and humidity are good for hatching. Good luck!
 

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