Poultry Incubation Period and Age at Sexual Maturity: Chicken, Duck, Turkey & More
The incubation period and age at sexual maturity vary considerably among different poultry species. This reference table provides the incubation period and typical age at sexual maturity for commonly raised poultry and selected ratites, including chickens, ducks, turkeys, quail, pigeons, ostriches, and emus.
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These values are useful for understanding reproductive development, hatchery management, breeding programs, and poultry production.
| Species | Incubation Period (days) | Age at Sexual Maturity (weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken | 21 | 18–20 |
| Duck | 28 | 28–30 |
| Muscovy duck | 33–35 | 28–30 |
| Goose | 28–32 | 28–30 |
| Guinea fowl | 27–28 | 28–32 |
| Turkey | 28 | 28–30 |
| Quail | 17–18 | 6–7 |
| Pigeon | 18 | 10–12 |
| Ostrich | 42 | 52 |
| Emu | 52–55 | 52 |
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