Breed Highlights Egg Color: Dark Brown to ChocolateEgg Size: LargeProduction: Good layerTemperament: Calm, gentle, hardyPurpose: Dual-purpose: eggs + ornamentalHardiness: Excellent cold toleranceBest For: Backyard flocks, colorful egg baskets, specialty poultry enthusiasts, homesteads About This Breed Black Copper Marans are famous for producing some of the darkest brown eggs in the poultry world. Their rich chocolate-colored eggs combined with their stunning black plumage and vibrant copper hackle feathers make them one of the most admired specialty breeds available today. Originally developed in France, Marans are known for their calm temperament, hardy nature, and dependable egg production. These birds are excellent additions to backyard flocks and homesteads, especially for poultry keepers looking to create a colorful egg basket. Black Copper Marans are both practical and beautiful, offering a strong dual-purpose build while also bringing elegance and uniqueness to the flock. Their feather coloring becomes especially striking as they mature, with shimmering black feathers accented by brilliant copper around the neck. This breed remains a favorite among chicken enthusiasts for both appearance and exceptional egg color. Why We Love Them ✔ Rich dark chocolate-colored eggs✔ Stunning black and copper feather coloring✔ Calm and easygoing temperament✔ Beautiful addition to colorful egg baskets✔ Hardy and adaptable breed✔ One of the most popular specialty breeds available Shipping & Availability Availability may vary by hatch schedule. Chicks are typically fulfilled within a 3–4 week window unless otherwise noted. Shipped chicks are sent to your local post office for pickup, and tracking information will be provided once your order ships. Please make sure your phone number is correct during checkout so your post office can contact you promptly upon arrival. *Please Note: Product Description Images used throughout our website are AI-generated representations designed to give customers a general idea of the breed, parent stock, chicks, and egg appearance. Because many of our birds are specialty crosses and designer projects, actual feather patterns, coloring, and traits may vary from bird to bird. Additionally, it helps to prevent others from hijacking our images. If you would like current real-life photos of the breeder stock or recent hatches, please get in touch with Harrison’s Hatchery directly.
