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hatching fertile eggs

Discussion in 'Incubating & Hatching Eggs' started by wanttobefarmer, Jan 24, 2011.

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  1. Jan 24, 2011 #1
    wanttobefarmer

    wanttobefarmer Chillin' With My Peeps

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    I ordered 2 dozen eggs and because of weather i'm guessing, if they arrive today will be a week. How are my chances of a decent hatch after a week? 30-50%? thanks i really appreciate any feed back.
     
  3. Jan 24, 2011 #2
    sonjab314

    sonjab314 Constant State of Confusion

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    The average hatch rate on shipped eggs is 50%. The viability of the embryo inside the egg starts to diminish after 7-10 days. I hope they get to you soon. Good luck.
     

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