Incubator Humidty

[Laura_]

I have a manual covutto cabinet incubator. I cannot seem to get the humidity increased enough ready for day 18 lockdown. I've hatched an earlier batch and a lot died in the shells and failed to pip. Does anyone have any tips? My chicks are due to hatch next Tuesday.

 

[Punkybrewster]

Some type of flat pan should work. Something large and shallow.

Or some sponges.

 

[Laura_]

Thank you. Should I do this on day 18? Am I ok to open the incubator once a day to replenish the water during this time?

 

[hysop]

Get a separate hygrometer to measure humidity.

Some people use sponges to keep humidity constant.

For day 18 to 21 try to keep it from 60-70%

For days 0 to 17 the recommended humidity is 30-45%

You can open the incubator every day to add water to up humidity.

The only time it’s not recommended is if you see an external pip

 

[Laura_]

Great that's really helpful. Got a hygrometer coming the post!