hatching.

[pugiosam]

My eggs will be hatching soon and was wondering how long should I leave them in the incubator after they hatch? Also should I turn down the heat for them?

 

[Avlana]

They can stay in the incubator for up to a maximum of 2-3 days. They live off of the yolk sac they absorb just before hatching. I personally don't leave them in longer than 24 hours but that's just me. You don't have to lower the temp. Though sometimes I do. For example, I'll go from 99.5 to 99.1. Doesn't really make much of a difference. It's your call.

 

[pugiosam]

Thank you. This is a big help. Its my first time and I'm excited.

 

[Avlana]

You're welcome. Good luck with your hatch! If you have any more questions, just ask

 

[gimmie birdies]

I have chicks hatching tues. good luck on yours!

 

[HorseMadWhovian]

I would leave mine for a couple of hours until their dry completely, depends on how long they take to hatch good luck I have ducklings hatching at this moment

 

[gimmie birdies]

day 20 for me- see the pip?

congrats on your duck ducks!

 

[pugiosam]

Is it OK to use shredded paper as bedding?

 

[HorseMadWhovian]

Yes I do and its fine, just watch them at first so they don't eat it

 

[pugiosam]

Thank you. I feel like an over protective father right now.