Cuckoo Maran
The Cuckoo Maran is a charming and productive heritage breed known for its attractive barred plumage and rich, deep brown eggs. With their signature cuckoo-patterned feathers—similar to a lighter Barred Rock—Cuckoo Marans bring both beauty and utility to backyard flocks.
Hens typically lay 180–220 large brown eggs per year, often with a darker, more chocolate tint than standard brown egg layers. Their eggs may vary in shade throughout the year but are consistently rich in color and highly sought after. Cuckoo Marans are also valued for their gentle, friendly temperament, making them a great choice for families and mixed flocks.
These birds are hardy and adaptable, performing well in a variety of climates. They are good foragers, moderate in activity level, and handle confinement or free-range setups equally well. Calm, easy to keep, and visually appealing, the Cuckoo Maran is an excellent addition to any backyard flock.
Breed Highlights:
Egg Production: 180–220 large brown to dark brown eggs annually
Temperament: Gentle, calm, and beginner-friendly
Climate Hardy: Suitable for most climates; generally hardy
Feather Color: Cuckoo (barred) pattern in soft gray and black tones
Body Type: Medium, dual-purpose heritage breed
Best For: Families, beginners, and those seeking dark brown egg layers
PICKUP POLICY
Chick orders at our Stansbury location are available for pickup on Saturdays. While we make every effort to fulfill your preferred pickup date, please note that we cannot guarantee your order will be ready on that specific day. Once your pickup date is confirmed, you will receive an email confirmation.
The Friday before your scheduled pickup, we will send a second confirmation email that includes your final order details, verification that your chicks hatched as expected, and any additional pickup instructions.
All orders must be picked up on the Saturday they are scheduled. Orders not picked up on their scheduled date are considered abandoned and will not be rescheduled or refunded.
If your order includes a shortage (a breed that did not hatch as expected), the remaining chicks on your order must still be picked up as scheduled. For any chicks unavailable due to a hatch shortage, you may choose one of the following options at pickup:
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Replace the shortage with chicks currently in stock, or
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Move the unavailable chicks to a future pickup date.
There is no guarantee of mortality or morbidity once the poultry leaves our store. Please carefully check your chicks before you leave.
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Quantity Discount 10+
