Cuckoo Marans

The Marans, French: Poule de Marans, is a breed of chicken from the port town of Marans, in the département of Charente-Maritime, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of south-western France.
A favourite at poultry shows, it is a dual-purpose fowl known both for its extremely dark eggs and fine meat qualities.

Primary use: dual-purpose meat/eggs

Egg production (annual): 150 – 200

Egg size: Large

Temperament: Quiet, Docile

Egg color: Dark brown