Olive Egger

The Olive Egger is an exciting hybrid breed prized for its range of beautiful olive-to-green eggs. Created by crossing dark brown egg layers with blue egg layers, this hardy and personable bird combines good production, vigor, and unique egg color—making it a standout choice for backyard flocks and colored-egg enthusiasts.

Purpose: Egg production (ornamental)
Egg Color: Olive to green (varies)
Egg Size: Medium to Large
Production: 180–250 eggs per year
Mature Weight:
- Hens: 5–6.5 lbs
- Roosters: 6–8 lbs
Temperament: Calm, friendly, adaptable
Hardiness: Good cold and heat tolerance

Olive Egger hens typically begin laying around 20–24 weeks of age. They are reliable producers of those eye-catching olive eggs and maintain steady output with proper care and nutrition.

As hybrids, they inherit traits from parent breeds (such as Marans for dark pigment and Ameraucanas for blue shells), often showing varied plumage, muffs, or leg feathering. Their robust genetics contribute to good vigor and adaptability across climates when provided with standard shelter and ventilation.

Olive Eggers display a mix of appearances depending on the specific cross, but they are generally sturdy foragers that thrive in free-range or semi-confined setups. Egg shades can range from light khaki to deep mossy olive, creating exciting variety in every basket. Slight differences in color intensity are common and add to their appeal.

Hatching Egg Description: Olive Egger hatching eggs are medium to large with shells that often show subtle olive or green undertones. These high-fertility eggs hatch into vigorous chicks that grow into hardy, personable layers famous for their unique colored eggs. Customers love them for the surprise and beauty of olive eggs, plus the hybrid vigor that makes them resilient additions to diverse flocks