The Ermine is a new project variety. Ermine Olive Eggers are a hybrid between the Ermine Ameraucana and the Black Copper Marans. The beautiful black and white pattern reminds me of the spots on a dalmation. Unlike the similar Splash variety which has splotches of grey throughout the feathering, or mottling, which has black feathers with a white tip, the Ermine has feathers that are either completely white or completely black. It makes for a stunning pattern. Birds may or may not have muffs, beards, and/or feathered shanks. The Ermine color does not breed true. Breeding Ermine to Ermine will produce offspring that are 50% Ermine, 25% dominant white, and 25% black. However, our breeding pens are set up with dominant white ameraucana roosters over black copper marans hens. If you purchase hatching eggs, the chicks that hatch from those eggs should all hatch Ermine. If you purchase chicks, you will be guaranteed an Ermine chick. This cross is not only a great layer but will produce a carcass big enough for the dinner table.
 
If only a 1/2 dozen is available, do NOT try to circumvent this by ordering 2 half dozens. We only list 1/2 dozen because that specific pen is small and we will not be able to get a dozen eggs in a reasonable amount of time to account for shipping and delays. We want to get the eggs out to you as soon as possible to give you the best chance of a successful hatch. If you try to order 2 half dozens for any one breed at a time when the option for a dozen is not available, you agree to accept each half dozen at separate times and pay a separate shipping fee for each half dozen. You will be sent an invoice for the additional shipping cost. You have been warned. If you do not agree to this, do not do it. We will cancel the order subject to a 20% cancellation fee as outlined in our terms.
 
 
Purpose: Dual
Type: Project
Egg Color: Olive Green
Egg Production/Year: 250
Egg Size: Large
Adult size: Rooster: 7lbs, Hen: 6lbs
 
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