Hatchery

A hatchery is a facility where eggs are hatched under artificial conditions, especially those of fish, poultry or even turtles.

[1][2][3] It may be used for ex situ conservation purposes, i.e. to breed rare or endangered species under controlled conditions; alternatively, it may be for economic reasons (i.e. to enhance food supplies or fishery resources).

This causes excess competition in wild salmon populations and can introduce unwanted genes and diseases.

[10] Poultry generally start with naturally (most species) or artificially (turkeys and Cornish-related chicken breeds) inseminated hens that lay eggs; the eggs are cleaned and shells are checked for soundness before being put into the incubators.

Chicks hatched conventionally are provided feed and water first when they reach the rearing farm.

[15] The hatchlings, if healthy upon hatching, are able to leave on their own and make the trek to the ocean just like non-hatchery born turtles.

[17] Most sea turtle species eggs hatch at night to minimize the risk of predation and overheating caused by the frenzy of the initial crawl to the water.

[18] Humans are the biggest threat to turtles due to hunting, poaching, egg theft, pet trade, and bycatch from fishing.