Delaware — Hatching Eggs

📦 Learn how we carefully pack and ship your hatching eggs →

Hatch a piece of American poultry history. The Delaware is a rare heritage breed developed in the 1940s as the ideal dual-purpose farm bird — fast-growing, prolific, and friendly. Our hatching eggs come from true heritage Delaware stock, making this a meaningful addition to any breeding program.

What's included:

• 🥚 Fresh large brown eggs from rare American heritage Delaware breeding stock
• 🪶 Fast-growing, productive offspring — selected for correct type, dual-purpose utility, and friendly temperament
• 📦 Carefully packed for transit — individually wrapped and cushioned to maximize hatch rates

Breed highlights:

• 200–280 large brown eggs/year at maturity
• Crisp white feathers with black barring on neck and tail — a clean, classic look
• Friendly and calm — easy to handle, great for families
• True dual-purpose breed — excellent for both eggs and meat

Incubation tips: Delaware eggs incubate at 99.5°F with 45–55% humidity for 21 days. Candle at day 7 and 14 to check fertility. Increase humidity to 65–70% at lockdown (day 18).

Important: Hatching eggs are a living product. Hatch rates vary based on incubator conditions, shipping handling, and natural fertility. Delaware is a rare breed — availability is limited.

Common questions about Delaware hatching eggs

What will Delaware chicks grow into?
Delaware hens lay large-to-jumbo brown eggs, about 200 a year. Expect birds that are friendly and calm.

Can I choose hens or roosters?
No. Hatching eggs can't be sexed, so expect a natural mix of males and females.

What incubator settings should I use?
Hold 99.5°F and 45–55% humidity, and candle at days 7 and 14. At day 18, stop turning (lockdown) and raise humidity to 65–70%. Chicks usually hatch around day 21.

Should I let shipped eggs rest before incubating?
Yes. Let them rest at least 12 hours at room temperature so the air cells can settle after shipping.

Are hatch rates guaranteed?
We guarantee your eggs arrive unbroken. Please report any breakage when they arrive. Hatch rates can't be guaranteed because shipping, incubator accuracy and incubation practices all affect results.

When do hatching eggs ship?
Every Tuesday by USPS Priority Mail (usually 2–3 days). You choose your ship week on this page or in your cart, and free local pickup is also available.

Pairs well with:

• Barred Plymouth Rock hatching eggs: another hardy American classic
• Rhode Island Red hatching eggs: another dependable brown-egg layer

Preserve a rare American heritage breed — order before the next collection date.