Hatching eggs

[Ambernay]

I have 5 silkie eggs that 2 hens have been taking turns sitting on. Can I move the eggs from under then hens, and into my incubator? I belive they have 1 more week till they hatch.

 

[nuthatched]

Sure, I'd candle them to be sure of stage.

 

[50-45-1]

It alot easier for a hen to raise your chicks. She will do it all

No heat needed
No brooder box
No headaches intigrating chicks back into the flock later.

It all will depend on your purpose, set up, security, time, goals....
You may have other issues to consider.
Good luck!


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[Prophecyx1]

I agree with @50-45-1 . If they only have 1 week, you could do more harm then good if not very quick and careful. Why not just leave them with the Hen that has worked so hard so far?