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Discussion in 'Incubating & Hatching Eggs' started by rearrolled, Jan 30, 2011.

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  1. Jan 30, 2011 #1
    rearrolled

    rearrolled Chillin' With My Peeps

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    what is this lock down i cep hearing [​IMG]
     
  3. Jan 30, 2011 #2
    scbatz33

    scbatz33 No Vacancy, Belfry Full

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    Its a term coined to mean you lock down (figuratively) the top of your incubator and you don't open it until the eggs are hatched. It refers to the time from day 18 until the hatch is over.
     

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