What temperature should an incubator be in order to develop female chickens?

The temperature of an incubator doesn't determine the sex of a chicken.

The sex of a chicken is determined by its genetics, not the incubation temperature. Male chicks have a ZZ chromosome pair, while females have a ZW chromosome pair.

The ideal incubation temperature for chicken eggs is 99.5°F (37.5°C). Maintaining this temperature is crucial for proper embryo development, regardless of the chick's sex.

Here's what can affect chick development during incubation:

* Temperature: Fluctuations in temperature can lead to developmental problems and even death.

* Humidity: Humidity needs to be around 50% for the first 18 days and 65% for the last 3 days to prevent the eggs from drying out.

* Turning: Eggs need to be turned regularly (several times a day) to prevent the embryo from sticking to the shell.

You can't control the sex of your chicks by manipulating the incubator temperature. If you want to raise only female chickens, you can purchase sexed chicks from a hatchery.