Question?

[wingman]

How long does it take a baby bird to hatch ? We have an egg split as if trying to hatch and a little pink naked bird showing...and do they move alot when hatching? I have lifted the box lid 2 times today and it does not seem to be moving but it has gotten wider at the split....this is first time for our birds to have chicks.

[cdog]

It can take up to 24 hours for them to actually hatch. A few of the babies I had hatch took about a day to fully come out of the shell. Breaking out of the shell is a marathon for a brand new chick, they get tired so they rest a few times along the way. However, if the chick is still in the shell after a day, you might need to help it out.

[jtbirds]

Sometimes they can get stuck in the shell, many things can happen and prevent them from getting out as cdog mentioned helping the baby out after a day is usually best.

[wingman]

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I just helped get the shell off the baby and it is cold...I dont know what to do should I put him back in nest even if he is gone?????

[PlaxMacaws]

Charlie: I'm so sorry about your little budgie :'(. How are the remaining 2 eggs doing?

[wingman]

there are still 4 unhatched and momma bird has been in the box warming them!!! hoping for better results....

[Lady]

Aww, that must of been difficult for you. I too am sorry for your loss. I hope the others do well.

[Abby]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I've had my fair share of heartache when it comes to baby birds. Rest in peace little one.
I am praying that everything else goes smoothly. Breeding can be very rewarding!