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Forced-air vs. Still-Air Incubators

BEFORE YOU BUY AN INCUBATOR:
Make sure you read my article about Chicken Egg Incubators

Still Air Incubators
Still-air incubators are the older, less fancy incubators on the market these days. Also known as thermal incubators, they operate by raising the temperature in an enclosure without circulating any air. A still-air incubator should be kept in a dry, warm place that does not get exposed to direct sunlight or drafts. A well-ventilated basement is perfect. The surrounding room temperature should be no less than 70 F. It can be difficult to maintain humidity in a still-air incubator.


Forced Air Incubators
Forced-air incubators are newer and more common these days. Forced-air incubators use a circulation fan to maintain a constant temperature throughout the incubator. This allows for more consistent temperatures and humidity levels. Most forced-air incubators can be modified to allow easy access to the eggs, to turn them. Always follow all the instructions that come with the incubator. Also do some research to find out specific temperatures that your egg should be incubated at, depending on what you are trying to hatch.

So What Company Should I Buy From?
If you're looking for a small reliable incubator that will meet all your small incubation needs, I suggest the Hova Bator Thermal Air Flow Incubator. You can't beat Hova-Bator for the good name and product reliability!

If You Don't Wanna Buy...

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What is an Egg Incubator?

An egg incubator is any device or enclosure that can keep the eggs of birds or reptiles at a constant, high heat.

What do we need an Egg Incubator for?

A egg incubator is used for simulating the warmth produced by normal maternal care. In most cases, a female bird will 'nest' on the eggs, keeping them at a constant high temperature. For those attempting to raise their own birds or reptiles, at home, in a lab, or in a classroom, an egg incubator is crucial. You can learn Homemade Incubators by yourself with my guide.
What an egg incubator is, is basically a large ventilated box that maintains the heat and humidity levels necessary for healthy embryo development. Birds usually turn their eggs periodically, to prevent the yolks from sticking to the side of the shell. More sophisticated incubators will do this also, but with more basic ones, you will have to do it by hand.


What animals can egg incubators be used for?

An egg incubator can be used to incubate the eggs of most birds and poultry, as well as reptile eggs. Especially common is their use for chicken eggs and quail eggs, although they can be used for more diverse animals like parrots and lizards.

What egg incubator should I buy?

If you're looking for a solid quality product, I would suggest the Hova Bator Thermal Air Flow Incubator. You can't beat Hova-Bator for the good name and product reliability!