Pandemic Chickens
Pandemic Chickens
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Forced-air chicken egg incubator made from cost-effective parts. Included viewing window, and automatic controls for temperature and humidity.
Forced-air chicken egg incubator made from cost-effective parts. Included viewing window, and automatic controls for temperature and humidity.
Year: 2020
Eggs in incubator
Eggs in process of hatching, as seen through viewing window
Problem
Problem
Lack of in-person support network during pandemic lockdowns. Recently discovered I was no longer allergic to eggs.
Strategy
Strategy
Hatch new friends!
Created enclosure using $3 foam cooler.
Viewing window at top (not pictured) constructed of plastic take-out container covers.
Egg holders made of chopsticks, shelf liner placed over chopsticks before anticipated hatching.
Humidity moderated by Inkbird controller. Water replenished with large syringe to affect humidity levels as little as possible. Water dispersed with color changing mist maker fogger.
Temperature modulated by 100-watt light bulb, and moderated by Inkbird controller. Eggs hatch best under precise temperature windows. Successfully kept temperature between 99 and 102 degrees F.
Incubator with temperature and humidity controls.
Lower compartment with access to humidifier, heat bulb and fan
Results
Results
92% successful hatching rate, which is uncommon for first-timers.
Chicks shortly after hatching
Chickens in front of backyard coop
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