can i use this to hatch my Macaw parrot eggs?
1010272
I am sure you can. The slots are adjustable. I did both chicken and Turkey eggs. My chicken eggs were middle sized and small sized. This incubator works great is is easy to use!
1010273
It comes with horizontal bars to accommodate different size eggs so I would think so, but you have to have at least one bar full of eggs for the eggs to sit up correctly. I use it for chicken eggs and it works great for large or small eggs.
1010274
Exotic eggs, including macaw eggs, require a more precise temperature and humidity control than say poultry eggs. So the Octagon 20 Advance (preferable the "Ex" version - with external humidity pump) is a better choice. However, it is POSSIBLE to hatch macaw eggs with them (or any other ECO version), but considering how VALUABLE parrot eggs are, it doesn't make sense to skimp on the incubator. The better suited the incubator for the species you seek to incubate - the better the hatchability.
1010275
The book that came with it says yes to parrots! We just raised chicken eggs, very easy to use, good luck!
1514857
We used it for canaries and parakeets. I'm guessing it's not appropriate for stronger birds like your grey.
498275
yes, but very strong. I have had a number of big incubator for hatching ostrish. for the price a nice little starter unit.
2056091
We had two parakeets that used one of these for some time. So, yes, it would work.
1001799
Yes it will, BUT you really need a fan kit as well. My still-Air experiences left me, even with auto turner, with less than 50% hatch rate. The fan kit increased that to an average of 75%+. My Still-Air Experiences were not favorable, but with the auto-turner & fan kit, it was much better, For Best results, bit the bullet and get a GOOD incubater like Little Giant 9300 Deluxe Egg Incubator Combo Kit This incubator pushes hatch rates up to about 85% or better! Worth the extra money!!!
962990
Generally not. Some models might if they say they do otherwise you buy one. I also bought a goose egg turner and it works fine. In the last 4 days I have hatched 5 goslings. The incubator with fan is the best low end incubator I have ever used. It really locks on to the temperature and runs 98-101 F which is the best range without any readjusting after initial setup.
1501020
no. I bought 2 cages and neither would work for a macaw. I have African greys in mine
1583995
I never pierced my eggs. Not sure how large extra large is but it probably will work. Id think the worst case would be to skip a slot and tilt very large ones, but I have never had to do that.No ostrich eggs tho, ok?
486102
I do. that's exactly why I bought it.if you get one small egg in your batch you may get 61 in there, but you can get 60 every time. I've been getting 50 to 55 hatch out every time. remember to keep adding water about every 3 days and the eco will do the rest...
1620872
Yes you can hatch in the house, however there were so many and you need to have enough insects in the yard to feed tham. We hatched ours to early and most died because they had nothing to eat,
1858063
There are different woods for different birds as some may not be safe for others. Natural pine would be good for a macaw. Be sure not to used a finished pine as that may be harmful doe the bird. You can always check with your vet for a list of approved perches for your bird.
1501022
Honestly, I don't think so unless they spend more time outside the cage than inside. It is a great bird cage but may not be big enough for even one macaw. I think it is really meant for cockatiels.. I had two cockatiels but unfortunately lost one this past week. She had a tumor. Broke my heart!
1348875
I don't know, I bought . I bought it it for parrotlets, but have not used it yet. I m not an experiencec breeder, but I do question the size even for my parrotlets. If you do not have that brand cage attachment ideas are required I am told. I hope this was helpful
1971826
Yes. In the instruction it will give you the days to hatch and the temperature to set it at for parrots.
102415
Ramon, In theory, yes. The incubator comes with a '?' setting for birds not preprogrammed in the unit. What this basically means is that you set the number of days for the incubation period. The second issue is size. If the eggs are smaller than a goose egg, then you should be able to fit two in the incubator. I hope this helps. Regards, Pacific Star Corp.
1766955
Yes! There is a dish on the bottom for that, and i would look up how to hatch both types of eggs, im pretty sure they need different humidity and tempatures, so more then likely no. I would read A LOT on what the eggs will need and the hatchlings as well before starting anything, eggs are pretty complicated, and it can be heart breaking when they dont hatch.
1253730
I don't know anything about gecko eggs but I don't see why it wouldn't work as long as you maintain the correct temperature and humidity levels.