Hatching Times for Poultry Birds Understanding the hatching time for each type of bird is key to successful breeding and raising healthy chicks: Chicken: 21–23 days Quail: 17–18 days Goose: 29–35 days Pigeon: 17–19 days Ostrich: 42–46 days Peacock: 28–30 days Turkey: 28 days Duck (most breeds): 28 days Muscovy duck: 35 days Guinea fowl: 26–28 days Note: Some duck breeds (e.g., Mallard-derived) hatch in 28 days, while Muscovy ducks need 35 days. Having a clear idea of these hatching times lets yo