Marans Chicks (straightrun)

*Bulk pricing added at checkout for orders over 15 layer breed chicks. This year we are offering Mix and match!

• Pricing:
• 1-14: $15 each
• 15-29: $12 each
• 30-49: $11.25 each
• 50+ : $10.50 each

Marans Chickens

The rich chocolate-brown egg colour and calm personality of Marans make them a favourite among backyard chicken keepers. Not only do their dark brown eggs add visual beauty to the basket, but they also showcase the impressive breeding efforts behind this remarkable heritage breed.

Marans have a friendly nature and are easy to handle. Their calm and relaxed demeanour makes them ideal for backyard flocks, and they tend to get along well with other breeds. These birds are not loud, producing only soft clucks and gentle sounds — perfect for both rural and suburban settings.

Their eggs are celebrated for their distinctive dark shells, often compared to chocolate. Colours may range from deep coppery brown to terra cotta, depending on genetics. The first eggs of the season are usually the darkest, gradually lightening until the hen’s annual moult. Some hens may even produce beautiful speckled patterns in varying shades of brown — every basket is a work of art!

Marans are reliable layers, averaging 3–4 eggs per week (around 150–200 eggs per year). They typically begin laying at 5–6 months and maintain steady production with good nutrition and comfortable living conditions.

💙 A Note on Straight-Run Chicks

All our Marans chicks are straight-run, meaning they are not sexed at hatch. We do not vent-sex our chicks — it’s stressful and can cause harm to young birds. Our priority is the wellbeing of each chick from the start.

If you prefer guaranteed hens, we recommend exploring our autosexing breeds instead.

Roosters, when raised ethically, make excellent flock protectors and farm companions, and can also be raised for meat or pet food. They’re often among the most loyal and affectionate birds on the farm.