MArans

Blue Splash
Lavendar
 

Marans  (Blue, Splash, & Lavendar)  — Dark Brown Eggs from Stunning Colored Chickens

The Marans is a celebrated French breed known for producing some of the richest, darkest brown eggs in the poultry world. Beyond their exceptional egg color, Marans come in a range of beautiful plumage varieties that add elegance and diversity to any flock. Our Blue Silver, Splash, and Lavender Marans each offer their own unique visual appeal while maintaining the breed’s signature calm temperament, hardiness, and dependable production.

These uncommon Marans varieties bring both beauty to your farm and a depth of color to your egg basket.

Breed Overview

Originating from the port town of Marans in France, this breed has earned global recognition for its deep chocolate‑brown eggs and classic dual‑purpose qualities. While egg color and productivity remain consistent across varieties, plumage patterns vary—from contrasted black with shimmering white silver to soft blues and pale lavenders. All Marans are known for their gentle nature, strong foraging ability, and adaptability to a wide range of climates.

• Type: Pure breed (multiple color varieties)

• Egg Production: 150–200 large dark‑brown eggs per year

• Egg Color: Mid- to light- chocolate brown

• Temperament: Calm, steady, and easy to integrate

• Appearance: Upright stance, lightly feathered legs , full body shape

• Adult Weight: Roosters 3–3.5 kg; hens 2.5–3 kg

• Climate Tolerance: Hardy in cold, wet, and variable climates

Featured Color Varieties - Chicks from this group will hatch in a variety of these colors:

Blue Silver 

Soft blue plumage accented with shimmering silver hackles. Elegant, refined, and visually striking in any flock.

Splash 

Light, speckled white‑and‑blue birds with unique, random splash markings. No two birds look alike, making them a favorite for ornamental flocks.

Lavender

Soft, uniform pale lavender plumage with a powdery appearance. Calm, beautiful, and increasingly popular.

What Makes These Marans Varieties Special

• Iconic Marans Egg Color: Their dark brown eggs stand out in any basket or market display.

• Stunning Plumage Options: From silver accents to pastel lavender, each variety adds visual diversity.

• Hardy & Adaptable: Originally bred in a damp coastal region, Marans thrive in many climates.

• Great for Mixed Flocks: Their calm, confident nature makes them easy to manage.

• Dual‑Purpose Value: Excellent egg layers with good meat qualities.

Perfect For

• Backyard chicken keepers

• Small farms and homesteads

• Those wanting large dark‑brown eggs

• Anyone building a colorful, productive flock

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