Black Copper Marans discussion thread

[DMRippy]

I would like to remind everyone that we are looking for med to dark slate legs. the lighter legs seem to indicate wheaten influence.

Thank you! That's exactly what I needed to remember.

I have a 3 week old pullet that has mossy wing tips. She could molt out of it, but with it appearing so early should I avoid breeding her?

wait till she molts if it does not go then don't breed her. I think some would tell you to not breed her at all. my original bird were mossy but turned out fine and a couple are still around for breeding.

 

[Texpatriate]

Hey folks, new to the site but I've been lurking (especially on the black copper and blue copper marans threads). Can anybody point me to some comparison pictures of what we're talking about concerning "copper", "straw", and "mahogany" coloring? I've searched this thread but its a bit "unwieldy" due to its length now. A link would be helpful or perhaps a page/post number if something is hidden within the thread that I've missed. I've got 4 3-4 month old cockerels and I'm trying to decide who to keep and who to cull. A side by side comparison would be hugely helpful. Thanks so much.

 

[marquisella]

Hi again! Just say a Craigslist add in my area for a free BCM rooster. Here's the only picture listed.
So is he worth my time or should I just wait 'til my BCM babies grow out instead?

Adding to the leg color comment, his has multi colored hackles that end in straw color. That is also an indication of Wheaten. All the copper color should be the same no matter where it is on the body.

 

[marquisella]

Hey folks, new to the site but I've been lurking (especially on the black copper and blue copper marans threads). Can anybody point me to some comparison pictures of what we're talking about concerning "copper", "straw", and "mahogany" coloring? I've searched this thread but its a bit "unwieldy" due to its length now. A link would be helpful or perhaps a page/post number if something is hidden within the thread that I've missed. I've got 4 3-4 month old cockerels and I'm trying to decide who to keep and who to cull. A side by side comparison would be hugely helpful. Thanks so much.

Go back a few posts and there is a pic of a rooster with "straw" hackle tips. That is incorrect.
Back a few more and there are several pics of roosters. Their copper color is better, and even.

If you want to see more correct pictures, I suggest you join the Marans Chicken Club, USA. and go to their website to see pictures of correct birds and more information on them.
Sue

 

[marquisella]

From the close up photo of their heads, you can see that one has a "wavy" comb. That is undesireable.

Otherwise, its difficult to see much except maybe somewhat sparse leg feathering. For a better critique, we need good side views. Again, to see pictures of what they are suppose to look like, if you join the MCCUSA, you will have a lot of photos to learn from.
Sue

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Dh and I are looking for the best roos to keep. These are April hatch and two of th top contenders by our eyes. Please critique and help us decide. And yes, DH was wondering why I was chuckling while I snapped the pics.

 

[lonnyandrinda]

Hey folks, new to the site but I've been lurking (especially on the black copper and blue copper marans threads). Can anybody point me to some comparison pictures of what we're talking about concerning "copper", "straw", and "mahogany" coloring? I've searched this thread but its a bit "unwieldy" due to its length now. A link would be helpful or perhaps a page/post number if something is hidden within the thread that I've missed. I've got 4 3-4 month old cockerels and I'm trying to decide who to keep and who to cull. A side by side comparison would be hugely helpful. Thanks so much.

As stated before, you can see the proper copper coloring in a lot of photos, if you look at the photo after your post the boy's hackles start copper at the top, fade to a straw yellowish color, then back to copper. This often indicates Wheaten blood recently in the bird.

This boy is Mahogany:

 

[Texpatriate]

Thanks for the replies, they're helpful. So is it correct to say that mahogany is too dark and straw is too light? If so, here's a question: what if someone only had mahogany and straw to choose from in their flock for breeding stock, which would someone choose? Or would they want to use some of both in hopes of getting the right color in future generations? I don't think that's my situation, but I'm curious. BTW, I have no plans to sell chicks, these are just our backyard flock. I just like to think that things worth doing, are worth doing right.

 

[marquisella]

Thanks for the replies, they're helpful. So is it correct to say that mahogany is too dark and straw is too light? If so, here's a question: what if someone only had mahogany and straw to choose from in their flock for breeding stock, which would someone choose? Or would they want to use some of both in hopes of getting the right color in future generations? I don't think that's my situation, but I'm curious. BTW, I have no plans to sell chicks, these are just our backyard flock. I just like to think that things worth doing, are worth doing right.

It depends on what your hens look like. You choose the roo to compliment the hens or to improve on them. Body type is more important.

 

[Brada Puhi]

Aloha e Rinda,

I am so glad I got those blacks from you. All four of my blues are roos and your black copper marans are beautiful! I can't wait until they hatch.

puhi

 

[Ridgeline Hens]

Can I get some feed back on these pullets ? hatched late April. Thank You.