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What happens if eggs don't hatch in 21 days?

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If there are still unhatched eggs at day 21, don't despair. It is possible that timing or temperature went slightly awry, so give the eggs until Day 23. Candle any unhatched eggs to see if they are still alive before discarding them. Keep in mind that when hatching eggs, you will likely end up with roosters.


Can eggs take longer than 21 days to hatch?

Incubating large breed chicken eggs usually takes 21 days. Bantam sized are more likely to hatch around day 19 or 20. However, this can vary depending on various things, most importantly the temperature levels in the incubator. If the temperature drops for any reason, the hatch will take longer.

What happens if my eggs don't Hatch?

If chick embryos develop to the pipping stage, or at first shell cracking at hatching, they are normally healthy enough to hatch unless some incubator adjustment prevents it from happening. The problem is usually caused by either 1) poor ventilation or 2) improper humidity.

How do you know if an unhatched egg is alive?

Touch the egg gently with the back of your hand when you find it. If an egg is alive, it will feel warm. If it has just fallen from a nest, it may also be warm, yet still be dead.

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