Incubator (egg)

An incubator is a device simulating avian incubation by keeping eggs warm at a particular temperature range and in the correct humidity with a turning mechanism to hatch them.

The common names of the incubator in other terms include breeding / hatching machines or hatchers, setters, and egg breeding / equipment.

There are several important factors to consider when using an incubator, the most critical being its ability to maintain steady and consistent temperature throughout the entire incubation period. Before use, the incubator should be checked thoroughly, carefully prepared and operated according to the instructions from the manufacturer.

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