Tag: Marans History

  • Marans History

    Marans History

    Origins in France The Marans chicken breed originates from the port town of Marans, in the Charente-Maritime region of western France. This breed’s history traces back to the mid-19th century when local French chickens were crossed with imported gamecocks from Asia and England. These crosses introduced hardiness, vigor, and the rich, dark brown egg color…