Which Black Copper Marans Rooster should I keep?

[wrathsfarm]

Thanks for the input. I will definitely check beaks and feet and try to learn about measurements. A started the same size but QUICKLY became bigger and denser. It's was like picking up a bullfrog when you grab him.

I figured if he doesn't turn out good im sure there will be another rooster I'm another rbatch of chicks.

That's the fun part about hatching..you always stand a 50-50 chance for more boys. I sold around 20 last year thru test matings most of my hens and kept these 2.

From their over colored Sire.

 

[BlueTheBrahma]

Personally I’d hang on for a bit longer. Yes the big Marans boys are usually good to keep, but B has the better head and his type looks a little more rectangular (though the photos aren’t conclusive).

But like others have said, A is currently the better one, bigger, wider body and wider stance. No high tails so you can be happy about that.

Go with A if you need rid of one soon, but ideally see how they both compare when a little older.

 

[Ashley Meadows Farm]

That's the fun part about hatching..you always stand a 50-50 chance for more boys. I sold around 20 last year thru test matings most of my hens and kept these 2.
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From their over colored Sire.
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I see the difference now with the chest feathers! Thanks for those pics. They are some handsome boys!

 

[Mrs. K]

I don't even have Marans - but this is fascinating. Makes one think hmmm - maybe I could try???

I have always just bred for ...alive. Now, though, I am retired, and a bit of time on my hand. It would be fun to be a part of a group on here... may have to look around.

I have raised chicks, hatched eggs, raised up meat birds...there are just so many aspects to this hobby.

Mrs K

 

[Ashley Meadows Farm]

Personally I’d hang on for a bit longer. Yes the big Marans boys are usually good to keep, but B has the better head and his type looks a little more rectangular (though the photos aren’t conclusive).

But like others have said, A is currently the better one, bigger, wider body and wider stance. No high tails so you can be happy about that.

Go with A if you need rid of one soon, but ideally see how they both compare when a little older.

So when I am looking for a more rectangular body I should be comparing side views like these and they should be more of a rectangle vs a square? Sorry if that's a silly question I'm totally new at this.

 

[Ashley Meadows Farm]

I don't even have Marans - but this is fascinating. Makes one think hmmm - maybe I could try???

I have always just bred for ...alive. Now, though, I am retired, and a bit of time on my hand. It would be fun to be a part of a group on here... may have to look around.

I have raised chicks, hatched eggs, raised up meat birds...there are just so many aspects to

I don't even have Marans - but this is fascinating. Makes one think hmmm - maybe I could try???

I have always just bred for ...alive. Now, though, I am retired, and a bit of time on my hand. It would be fun to be a part of a group on here... may have to look around.

I have raised chicks, hatched eggs, raised up meat birds...there are just so many aspects to this hobby.

Mrs K

I just started myself! Each breed has such amazing characteristics. I'm good at keeping them alive and happy so I figured why not try and have fancier chickens lol. Pick a breed and go for it! There are so many kind people out there willing to help you learn and share their knowledge

 

[BlueTheBrahma]

So when I am looking for a more rectangular body I should be comparing side views like these and they should be more of a rectangle vs a square? Sorry if that's a silly question I'm totally new at this.

Yes, the three main types are triangle, rectangle and square, though the fleshing on the breast also varies within each. A looks a bit triangular to me but as he fattens up or his feathering changes it might reveal better type.

 

[BlueTheBrahma]

Here’s a diagram I made for the International BCM thread, which you are welcome to join us on with updates on these boys or to find out more.

 

[Ashley Meadows Farm]

Yes, the three main types are triangle, rectangle and square, though the fleshing on the breast also varies within each. A looks a bit triangular to me but as he fattens up or his feathering changes it might reveal better type.

Thanks for taking the time to explain it to me

 

[Ashley Meadows Farm]

View attachment 4082685Here’s a diagram I made for the International BCM thread, which you are welcome to join us on with updates on these boys or to find out more.View attachment 4082685

This is very helpful! Thank you!