Marans
Marans chickens originated in western France in a town by the same name. Black Copper Marans are primarily known for their dark chocolate brown eggs. Black Copper Marans eggs are the darkest of all the Marans varieties. As with all dark brown egg layers, the eggs are the darkest at the beginning of the laying cycle. The eggs will lighten slightly then return to darkest color after a period of rest. You can expect 3-5 eggs weekly from the hens.
Black Copper Marans do well on free range, causing less damage through heavy scratching. These fast growers are a good dual purpose breed for the homestead or backyard flock.
Average mature weight: Roosters 8 1/2 lbs., Hens 7 lbs.
Like all Marans, our Splash Marans Chickens lay a darker brown egg, though it is not nearly as dark as the Black Copper Marans. Eggs will always be the darkest at the beginning of the laying cycle and lighten slightly, then return to the darkest color after a period of rest. Splash Marans are a good dual purpose breed. They are hardy, friendly, and good foragers. You can expect 4-6 brown eggs each week from the Blue Splash Marans.
Like all Marans, our Splash Marans Chickens lay a darker brown egg, though it is not nearly as dark as the Black Copper Marans. Eggs will always be the darkest at the beginning of the laying cycle and lighten slightly, then return to the darkest color after a period of rest. Splash Marans are a good dual purpose breed. They are hardy, friendly, and good foragers. You can expect 4-6 brown eggs each week from the Blue Splash Marans.
