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    Wrath's Marans

    The height of this ignorance I find when I see ‘English standard BCMs’ for sale. There’s no such thing as English BCMs! They’ve identified that the English standard has clean legs, yet failed to realise that there is not even any talk of the black copper being recognised under this standard. We...
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    International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

    He’s got an open tail and slightly untidy comb, but looks decent otherwise. 7 is strong. I don’t know prices in the US but here in England I’d try and get £20 for him. The right buyer could pay £30, or aim lower to guarantee interest. Edit: that’s $27 and $40 USD
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    Wrath's Marans

    Could well just be the time of year. Fertility picks up again in the spring.
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    International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

    Looks very different to her sister or dam, almost look like different lines, but by no means is that an issue. Still a bit smaller, more compact, but neat tail and lovely eye colour now, even though it’s a bit on the brown side. Copper a bit paler but still nice, and the over colouring from her...
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    International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

    LokiNapoleon Napoléon (with the é) My marans cockerels throughout the years, all at roughly 20 weeks (I realised 20 is closer to my young ones’ age). I think this shows why I’m so please with Napoléon, see how much bigger his body is for the same age. His tail is so far the best too, I’m hoping...
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    International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

    I can’t wait to see her egg. I’m hoping she starts laying this year rather than waiting till spring. She’s 18 weeks roughly.
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    International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

    We have a motto on this thread: build a house before you paint it. I’d always pick a cock with better build and feather quality regardless of colour, that’s an easier fix down the line. I do agree 2’s legs are too dark, which is ironic for an over-coloured bird. But I’d focus on type first...
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    International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

    I’ve decided to start writing a book on the MARANS breed (both standards). It will include history, standards, colours and breeding advise, and I’d love to have input from you guys if you feel anything in particular should feature (and I’d love any photo contributions). That being said, here’s...
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    International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

    I’m hoping her tail was pushed higher by the tyre because Claudie is looking fantastic.
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    International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

    I’m leaning 2, but I’d give them more time if you can.
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    Sustainable meat chicken dual purpose choice

    I always find mine prefer crushed corn. RIR Roos are known to be nasty pieces of work. When you’re keeping numbers that large, you often want them to mature physically before they do sexually, to prevent the aggression and in fighting. Cornish x Plymouth Rock is the old school English way to...
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    Sustainable meat chicken dual purpose choice

    This is a sensible concern. You have to find the sweet spot. Brahma cocks don’t actually reach full size until 24 months in some cases, but by then the meat will be tough. That’s why 5 or 6 months is favourable. They’re about 5-8lbs rather than 8-12, but you get better quality meat and better...
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    Sustainable meat chicken dual purpose choice

    Here’s my shortlist: Brahmas: big but slow growing, only an option if you’re okay with slaughter age at 6 months+. Slow growth allows them to develop flavour if fed well. The dark and blue varieties may be best for camouflage, and the big cocks can fight away smaller predators. Lay enough eggs...
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    International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

    I guess the thing with blue silvers is that neither the blue or silver are actually accepted colours, so you can pick whatever shade you like. I’m a fan of paler blue with silvers (I do live slate blue with silver too). I believe pigeon blue is considered ideal for Blue coppers, don’t know if it...
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    International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

    Is she a splash or a pale blue? Lovely nonetheless, I love the contrast between her and the blacks. Edit: I just reread the message 🤦‍♂️
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