The French Blue Copper Maran is a striking color variety of the historic Maran chicken, a breed developed near the port town of Marans on the Atlantic coast of France. The modern Marans began appearing at French poultry shows in the early 1900s, with the first official breed standard established in 1931. The French type is distinguished by light feathering along the outer shanks and toes.
Blue Copper Marans are especially admired for their beautiful slate-blue plumage accented by warm copper coloring around the neck. Their blue coloring is created by a dilution gene that softens the black plumage found in Black Copper Marans while leaving the copper areas visible. Because blue genetics do not breed completely true, breeding two Blue Copper birds may produce blue, black, or splash-colored offspring.
Known for their calm, friendly, and generally easygoing temperament, French Blue Copper Marans are a wonderful choice for backyard flocks, homesteads, and small farms. They are sturdy dual-purpose birds that enjoy foraging and exploring but can also adapt well to a secure coop and run. Their confident nature allows them to fit comfortably into mixed flocks without typically being overly aggressive.
French Blue Copper Maran hens produce approximately 150–200 large eggs per year. Their eggs range from medium chocolate brown to deep reddish or russet brown, sometimes with darker speckling. Egg color is often deepest when a hen begins a new laying cycle and may gradually lighten as the season progresses. They generally begin laying between 6 and 7 months of age.
The combination of smoky blue plumage, rich copper accents, feathered legs, and chocolate-colored eggs makes the French Blue Copper Marans one of the most eye-catching additions to a colorful backyard flock. While they may not produce as many eggs as other dual purpose breeds, they are highly valued for the beauty and quality of the eggs they contribute to the basket.
Egg Production: 150–200 per year
Eggs: Large – Chocolate to Dark Reddish Brown
Mature Weight: Hens 6½ lbs
Breed Type: Heritage Dual Purpose
Breed Category: Rare Breed
Temperament: Calm, Friendly and Active
The French Blue Copper Maran is a striking color variety of the historic Maran chicken, a breed developed near the port town of Marans on the Atlantic coast of France. The modern Marans began appearing at French poultry shows in the early 1900s, with the first official breed standard established in 1931. The French type is distinguished by light feathering along the outer shanks and toes.
Blue Copper Marans are especially admired for their beautiful slate-blue plumage accented by warm copper coloring around the neck. Their blue coloring is created by a dilution gene that softens the black plumage found in Black Copper Marans while leaving the copper areas visible. Because blue genetics do not breed completely true, breeding two Blue Copper birds may produce blue, black, or splash-colored offspring.
Known for their calm, friendly, and generally easygoing temperament, French Blue Copper Marans are a wonderful choice for backyard flocks, homesteads, and small farms. They are sturdy dual-purpose birds that enjoy foraging and exploring but can also adapt well to a secure coop and run. Their confident nature allows them to fit comfortably into mixed flocks without typically being overly aggressive.
French Blue Copper Maran hens produce approximately 150–200 large eggs per year. Their eggs range from medium chocolate brown to deep reddish or russet brown, sometimes with darker speckling. Egg color is often deepest when a hen begins a new laying cycle and may gradually lighten as the season progresses. They generally begin laying between 6 and 7 months of age.
The combination of smoky blue plumage, rich copper accents, feathered legs, and chocolate-colored eggs makes the French Blue Copper Marans one of the most eye-catching additions to a colorful backyard flock. While they may not produce as many eggs as other dual purpose breeds, they are highly valued for the beauty and quality of the eggs they contribute to the basket.
Egg Production: 150–200 per year
Eggs: Large – Chocolate to Dark Reddish Brown
Mature Weight: Hens 6½ lbs
Breed Type: Heritage Dual Purpose
Breed Category: Rare Breed
Temperament: Calm, Friendly and Active
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