French Cuckoo Marans Chicks

Price range: $9.99 through $14.99

Explore our selection of French Cuckoo Marans, the perfect chickens for sale for your backyard flock. Brought to you by Valley Hatchery, these birds are a delightful addition to any home.

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Shipping Next On: Mar 30, 2026
Straight Run (Not Sexed) 3 $11.99 Out of stock
Female 3 $14.99 Out of stock
Male 1 $9.99 Out of stock
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*Maximum total quantity allowed: 15

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Breed Profile

Gender
Sold as straight run (unsexed), including a natural mix of males and females with no guarantee of sex.Straight Run (Not Sexed)
Sold as sexed females with a sexing accuracy guarantee.Female
Sold as sexed males with a sexing accuracy guarantee.Male
Poultry Type
A standard-size chicken breed larger than bantams, commonly raised for eggs, meat, or dual purpose.Large Fowl Chickens
Show Class
Belongs to the Continental class, consisting of breeds developed in mainland Europe and recognized for distinct regional traits.Continental
Purpose & Type
Selected for both egg laying and meat production, offering balanced performance for small-scale or homestead flocks.Selected for both egg laying and meat production, offering balanced performance for small-scale or homestead flocks.Dual Purpose
Selected for reliable egg production, with laying traits suited for home or small-scale flocks.Egg Laying
Egg Shell Color
Lays dark brown eggs with rich, deep coloration.Dark Brown
Egg Production
Produces a reliable number of eggs on a steady but not heavy basis.Good
Egg Size
LG Consistently produces large-sized eggs.Large
Temperament
Known for a calm, gentle temperament, making them easy to handle and well suited for relaxed flock environments.Calm
Broody
Regularly goes broody and will consistently sit on eggs to hatch them.Setter
APA Recognized
This breed is not currently recognized by the American Poultry Association.No
Hardiness
Tolerates cold weather well and performs reliably in colder climates.Cold Hardy
Tolerates heat well and adapts to warmer conditions.Heat Tolerant

Description

Embark on an exciting poultry adventure with the French Cuckoo Marans from Valley Hatchery, a rare treasure from the charming port town of Marans in France. These birds are not just chickens; they’re walking art pieces! Their unique cuckoo pattern of black and white makes them stand out in any flock. The V-shaped bars blend into a marvelous gray, giving them a whimsically mottled look, perfect for playing hide and seek in the garden. But wait, there’s more to these feathery friends than just good looks! They’re like the friendly neighbors of the chicken world, known for their calm and quiet demeanor, making them fantastic for first-time chicken keepers. And talk about egg-citement! These hens are egg-laying champions, gifting you with over 200 large, dark brown eggs each year. Each egg is like a little treasure, varying in shades from 5 to 8 on the Marans egg color chart. Let’s not forget about their impressive size. The roosters strut around at a hefty 8 pounds, while the hens are not far behind at 6.5 pounds. Despite not being on the APA’s A-list, they’re celebrities in their own right, often living a grand life of up to 8 years. Choosing French Cuckoo Marans from Valley Hatchery is like bringing a piece of French elegance right into your backyard. It’s not just buying chickens; it’s adding joy, fun, and a touch of French flair to your family’s life. Get ready to watch these feathered friends turn your coop into a runway of rustic French fashion! Typically, at Valley Hatchery, we pride ourselves on achieving around 90% accuracy in determining the gender of our chicks. However, with French Marans, this task becomes a bit more complex. For this particular breed, we offer a 75% accuracy guarantee in sexing, as identifying their gender at a young age is notably more challenging. This consideration is crucial for anyone planning their flocks’ composition.
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