{"product_id":"somferic-12-egg-incubator-for-chickens-ducks-quail-automatic-egg-turning-humidity-control","title":"Somferic 12-Egg Incubator for Chickens, Ducks \u0026 Quail — Automatic Egg Turning, Humidity Control","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSomferic 12-egg incubator is an all-in-one hatching unit that automates temperature, humidity and egg turning to simplify small-scale incubation for chickens, ducks, geese and quail.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a backyard flock enthusiast, a classroom teacher, or a hobby breeder, this compact incubator is designed to make incubation predictable and hands-off. The unit combines programmed incubation profiles, real-time displays, a removable water reservoir and an integrated candling lamp so you can set eggs and monitor progress without repeatedly opening the cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Somferic incubator keep temperature and humidity steady?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe incubator uses a closed-loop sensor system to regulate heat and moisture, adjusting output when ambient conditions change. Alarms notify you if readings move outside safe ranges so you can intervene quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in thermostat with automatic heating\/cooling adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemovable slide-out water tank for consistent humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAudible alert if temperature or humidity exceeds preset limits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does automatic egg turning do and how often does it run?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatic turning mimics a hen’s natural rotation and reduces the need for manual handling. The incubator rotates eggs on a regular schedule, then pauses during the earliest days to help embryos stabilize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurns eggs automatically approximately every 90 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurning is paused for the first three days to support initial development\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual-mode option available for custom turning intervals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I hatch different species of eggs in the same machine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes—the device includes multiple smart incubation modes preset for poultry types so you can select the profile closest to the species you’re hatching. Capacity varies by egg size, and a manual mode allows custom settings when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePreprogrammed modes for chicken, duck, goose, quail and other birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHolds about 10–12 chicken or duck eggs, 5–6 goose eggs, or 20–30 quail eggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManual mode for nonstandard eggs or experimental cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I check embryo development without disturbing incubation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe built-in candling lamp illuminates individual eggs so you can visually check growth through the clear cover without opening the incubator. A separate candling button lights a dedicated area for quick inspections that preserve internal temperature and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated candling light positioned for safe in-place inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-transparency housing gives full visibility of egg trays\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual LED display shows temperature, humidity and progress at a glance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The Somferic 12-egg incubator is aimed at hobbyists, educators, small-farm operators and anyone starting with poultry incubation. It’s compact enough for classrooms or home use, yet offers the control and monitoring features small-scale breeders need to reduce hands-on time and improve consistency across hatches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many eggs can this incubator hold?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It fits about 10–12 chicken or duck eggs, 5–6 goose eggs, or 20–30 quail eggs depending on size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the humidity tank easy to refill?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the water reservoir slides out for quick refills and helps maintain consistent humidity during incubation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Somferic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56840359412052,"sku":"B0F1XLJ5X3","price":126.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/somferic-front-view-incubator.jpg?v=1787070735","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/somferic-12-egg-incubator-for-chickens-ducks-quail-automatic-egg-turning-humidity-control","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}