Poultry Incubation Chart
Chicken Coop Nest · chickencoopnest.com · reviewed September 13, 2026
| Chicken | 21 days, lockdown at day 18 |
|---|---|
| Quail (Coturnix) | 17-18 days, lockdown at day 14-15 |
| Duck (most breeds) | 28 days, lockdown at day 25 |
| Turkey | 28 days, lockdown at day 25 |
| Goose | 28-35 days depending on breed |
| Forced-air incubator (with a fan) | 37.5°C / 99.5°F for essentially all the species above |
| Still-air incubator (no fan) | 38.3-38.9°C / 101-102°F measured at the top of the eggs |
| Days 1 to lockdown | 45-55 percent relative humidity for most species |
Typical values for general guidance. Always check the manufacturer's specification for your exact product.
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