Chicken Dual Purpose, Maran Cuckoo (min order 15)
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Description
Minimum Pre-Order Quantity: 15 Chicken chicks (mix match any Chicken breeds, excluding Bantams)
For orders less than the species' minimums, please stop by our Loretto, Elk River, Stillwater, Forest Lake or Maple Plain stores (see all locations HERE). Stores will have live chicks in store starting in March. In store chick breeds will rotate throughout the season.
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Details
The Marans breed originates from a town called Marans, France. It is a very winter hardy breed with a docile temperament. They tend to be more athletic, taking to foraging, and free ranging more often than other breeds. Marans lay dark brown and dark speckled eggs. These tough birds make a great addition to any backyard flock.
Purpose: Dual-Purpose
Production: 200 Medium Dark Brown Eggs/Year
Temperament: Docile, Friendly, Easy to Handle
Mature Weight: 5-6 lbs.
Hardiness: Cold Hardy But Not Heat Hardy
Broodiness: Occasionally
Comb Type: Single Comb
More Information
| Mature Weight Male | 5-6 lbs. |
|---|---|
| Mature Weight Female | 5-6 lbs. |
| Breed Type | Chick - Rare Breeds |
| Egg Color(s) | Dark Brown |
| Eggs Per Year (Approx.) | 150-200 |
| Egg Size | Medium |