Speckled Sussex
The Speckled Sussex is an attractive and hardy chicken breed, known for its rich, reddish-brown feathers speckled with white spots. Originating in the UK, this dual-purpose breed is prized for both its beautiful appearance and excellent egg-laying ability.
Key Features:
Appearance: Speckled Sussex chickens have a striking appearance with a deep red-brown body covered in white or cream speckles. Their feathers give them a unique, "speckled" look, and they have a calm, round body with a well-developed chest. Their comb is usually single, and they have bright red wattles.
Size: This is a medium-sized breed, with hens typically weighing around 6-7 lbs and roosters about 8 lbs. They have a sturdy build and are well-balanced birds.
Egg Production: Speckled Sussex chickens are excellent layers, producing around 250-300 large brown eggs per year. They are consistent layers, even in cooler weather, making them a popular choice for egg production.
Temperament: Known for their calm, friendly, and docile nature, Speckled Sussex chickens are easy to handle and get along well with other chickens. They are curious and enjoy free-ranging, making them a good choice for backyard flocks.
Hardiness: This breed is hardy and adaptable to various climates. Speckled Sussex chickens are resilient and can thrive in both cold and hot weather as long as they have adequate shelter.
Summary:
The Speckled Sussex is a beautiful and hardy chicken breed, known for its speckled plumage and excellent egg production. With a friendly temperament and high egg output, they make great additions to backyard flocks, especially for those looking for both a stunning and productive chicken.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT
There is a minimum requirement of 3 PER BREED on females. No minimum requirement on males only. This applies to local pick up orders that are pre-ordered.
SHIPPING POLICY
Orders are shipping February 5th through October 29th every Monday and Wednesday (excluding holidays). We will do everything we can to get your chicks scheduled based on your preferred ship month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will arrive during that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is reserved. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page. Please read through our Guarantee and Policies for more information.
PICKUP POLICY
Orders made for local pickup will be available for pickup Friday & Saturday the week your order is scheduled. We will do everything we can to get your birds scheduled for pickup based on your preferred month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will be available at that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is scheduled. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page.
Orders must be picked up the week they are scheduled. Any orders not picked up will not be rescheduled and will be considered abandoned. We do not offer refunds on abandoned orders. This applies to orders that are shorted (not all breeds hatched out as expected). On orders that are shorted, remaining chicks on order will need to be picked up as scheduled.
There is no guarantee of mortality or morbidity once poultry leaves our store. Be sure to check your box of chicks before you leave.
