Causes:

  • Temperature too high or too low in incubation.
  • Lack of ventilation.
  • Improper turning of eggs.

Correction:

  • Check accuracy of thermometer. Operate incubator at proper temperature.
  • Provide adequate ventilation of the incubator room and proper openings of the incubator ventilators. Do not recirculate air. Supply 100 percent fresh, tempered air.
  • Turn eggs at regular intervals 3 times daily.