Maran Eggs
If you are delighted by the variety of colors you find in your egg basket after harvesting eggs in your chicken coop, then, you will definitely want to include Marans in your flock. The Marans originated from France and are popular for their chocolate colored eggs and the fine meat that they produce.
The Marans come in 9 recognized
Colors and are very pleasant to the eye. Their common traits include
having red or orange eyes and white feet. Their renown, however, is
more towards their egg and meat production qualities.
Although
they are a quiet breed, the Marans are considered very active birds and
are known to be tough enough to withstand diseases.