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question on carton hatching

Discussion in 'Incubating & Hatching Eggs' started by pefferlawchicken, Apr 4, 2009.

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  1. Apr 4, 2009 #1
    pefferlawchicken

    pefferlawchicken Chillin' With My Peeps

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    im going to try carton hatching , its day 17 and they have not been in a carton this whole time can i put them in now , which side up , pics welcome please
     
  3. Apr 4, 2009 #2
    steffpeck

    steffpeck Chillin' With My Peeps

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    Put them large end up.

    Not the best picture, but hopefully it helps.
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    I cut the carton down as much as I can, and then I put holes in the bottom's of the cups so that there is air circulation.
     
  5. Apr 4, 2009 #3
    jnjross

    jnjross Chillin' With My Peeps

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    yes! i use a turner so mine don't go in cartons till day 18 so you 're good cut down the sides and the bottoms out

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