Incubation help!?

[youngchickgirl]

Hi! This is my first time incubating chicks, and they are on day 17. Does the temperature change at day 18 or just the humidity?

 

[gander007]

Alright

great to have ya here with us

Now you are ready for the lock down and the humidity now needs to go up to 60%-65% for the last couple of days

Happy hatching

 

[drumstick diva]

you will find more information in the forum on incubation and hatching

 

[1muttsfan]

Hi and welcome to BYC from northern Michigan

Just the humidity. Look in the Learning Center for the section Hatching Eggs 101, it is very helpful.

 

[BantamLover21]

Glad you joined us! Nope, don't change the temperature on day 18, just increase the humidity to about 65-70%. Good luck with the hatch!

 

[Wyandottes7]

Welcome to BYC!

We're glad to have you.

 

[TwoCrows]

Nope, no temp change. Up your humidity to around 65% or 70% and do not open the incubator if any of the chicks have pipped. (poked a hole out of the shell). Basically only open the lid if you absolutely have to. If you are unable to get your humidity up high, you can use a damp sponge in the bator. The humidity will spike temporarily, but should come back down to a good level. Leave the babies inside the bator until they are completely dry. Have your brooder all ready for the babies before hand.

You might also take a look thru these sections of the forums for some tips and hints on incubation and brooding procedures...

https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/5/incubating-hatching-eggs

https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/11/raising-baby-chicks

Good luck with the hatch and enjoy BYC!

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC!

 

[youngchickgirl]

Oh my goodness thank you everyone for the awesome tips! I cant wait to see some furry little faces in four days or so!

 

[liz9910]

Welcome to BYC! Good luck with your hatch