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ideal brooding temperature
Posted by Muhammad Zeeshan Asghar on October 1, 2025 at 7:38 amWhat is the ideal brooding temperature for newly hatched chicks?
Ali Badawi Mohamed replied 7 months, 4 weeks ago 10 Members · 11 Replies -
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32–34°C during the first few days and reducing gradually 0.3C per day.
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The ideal brooding temperature for newly hatched chicks during their first week of life is generally considered to be in the range of 90°F to 95°F (32°C to 35°C).
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The ideal brooding temperature for newly hatched chicks is 90-95°F (32-35°C) during the first week, which should be gradually reduced by about 5°F (3°C) each week until the chicks can maintain their own body temperature, typically around 6-7 weeks of age, at which point an ambient temperature of 65-70°F (18-21°C) is sufficient. Observe the chicks’ behavior, as heat needs vary by breed and environmental factors.
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