Different species of birds’ eggs require different incubation temperatures.
Here is a guide to the incubation temperatures for different species of birds’ eggs.
Bobwhite Quail = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Canada Goose = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Chicken = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Chukar Partridge = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Cotumix (Japanese) Quail = 99.5-99.9 degrees fahrenheit.
Duck = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Egyptian Goose = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Emu = 96.5-97 degrees fahrenheit.
Goose = 99-99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Grouse = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Guinea Fowl = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Indian Runner Duck = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Mallard = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Muscovy Duck = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Ostrich = 96.5-97.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Partridge = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Peafowl = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Pheasant = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Pigeon = 99.5-100.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Rheas = 96.5-97.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Swan = 99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Turkey = 99-99.5 degrees fahrenheit.
Please note that these temperature guides are approximate and may differ according to the incubator manufacturer’s guide.
Always consult the manufacturer’s guide when using an incubator.
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