new member- anyone out there raise emus?

[megs0330]

we just got one egg to hatch, the father was killed by a coyote - the baby is in a brooder box at about 90 degrees. How long should he be kept that warm?

thanks, Megan

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Welcome to BYC!!

Glad you joined us!!

 

[redsoxs]

Howdy from Kansas, megs0330, and

! Pleased to have you here! There are a few emu addicts floating around BYC. Try the emu/ostrich link below! Good luck to you!

https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/49/ostriches-emu-rheas

 

[drumstick diva]

There are hatching emu threads on here, lots of emu people around. I check on them often. Can't have emus but I enjoy the stories and pictures. If you want to lurk go to Stella's Social Club thread, several posters have emus and often post videos of them - especially Kathy in Mo, and the Sheriff

 

[thasista]

Hi from Kentucky

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[drumstick diva]

The Sheriff (on Stellas social club forum) has mentored others thru the hatching process. I know it is important to weigh the eggs, they should be a certain percentage of weight as the days increase. I believe it takes 50-55 days for them to hatch at optimum conditions.