Only two hatchlings

[nnheacox]

I just had to help two chicks hatch (my first time incubating no less… this incubator is on my list for not holding humidity). Six went into lockdown but only two pipped at all and then needed assistance. Do they need a third? I have 30+ chickens, but right now these two are the only babies. I’ve always brooded 6+ at a time.

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

Two will do okay. Although if you want more you can always add some.

 

[Ridgerunner]

One chick can be hard to integrate. Two should do fine, they have a buddy. Personally I like a minimum of three so if one dies they still have a buddy but I hardly ever have one die so it would usually not be an issue. You do not get guarantees with living animals but I'd probably stick with two in your situation.