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[Jeannie48]

Hi just joined,I have just tried to hatch six marran chicks in my incubator and nothing.They have gone past the 21 days when they should have hatched.Can anyone advise what I should do.THank you jeannie 48

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. Did you candle to determine if they were fertile and developing ? Did you calibrate your temperature and humidity sensors ? I'd wait a couple of more days just in case your temperatures were on the low side. Good luck.

 

[MrsMistyReal]

 

[007Sean]

Howdy Happy to have you join the family. Enjoy your time here at BYC!
What brand of incubator are you using? Plus all the questions @sourland , has already asked. Here's a link to the incubation and hatching board, if you haven't already found it.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forums/incubating-hatching-eggs.5/

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC. I echo Sourland's advice to wait another couple of days before giving up hope.

 

[Jetblack2004]

Hmm, don't give up hope! Sometimes chicks take 23 - 24 days to hatch. I recommend candling them in the dark to check that they are still alive. Like @sourland said, your incubator's temperature may be low. That's a common reason why chicks hatch late.

Got my fingers crossed for you!

 

[Kiki]

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[N F C]

I hope you still get some chicks, keep us posted!

 

[Teila]

G’Day from down under Jeannie48 Welcome!

I agree with all of the above:
Do not give up hope yet.
Candle and
Seek advice on the Incubating Forum.

Fingers crossed that you get some cute fluffy butts

I hope you enjoy being a BYC member. There are lots of friendly and very helpful folks here so not only is it overflowing with useful information it is also a great place to make friends and have some fun.

 

[drumstick diva]

Sending good hatching vibes your way