Speckled Sussex
The Speckled Sussex is a beautiful, classic English heritage breed known for its friendly personality, hardy nature, and eye-catching plumage. Their rich mahogany feathers are sprinkled with white “speckles” that increase with each molt—making these birds even more striking as they mature. No two Speckled Sussex look exactly alike, giving your flock a charming, one-of-a-kind appearance.
Speckled Sussex hens are reliable layers of 180–240 medium to large light-brown eggs per year. They are curious, social, and extremely gentle, making them excellent for families, children, and beginners. They are also great foragers, thriving in free-range environments but doing equally well in coop settings.
This breed is known for its adaptability and strong hardiness, performing well in both cold and warm climates. Their calm nature, attractive markings, and dependable production make the Speckled Sussex a favorite among backyard chicken keepers.
Breed Highlights:
Egg Production: 180–240 medium/large light-brown eggs annually
Temperament: Very friendly, gentle, and people-oriented
Climate Hardy: Adaptable to both cold and heat
Feather Color: Rich mahogany with white speckles that increase with age
Body Type: Medium dual-purpose heritage breed
Best For: Families, beginners, ornamental flocks, and free-range setups
PICKUP POLICY
Chick orders at our Stansbury location are available for pickup on Saturdays. While we make every effort to fulfill your preferred pickup date, please note that we cannot guarantee your order will be ready on that specific day. Once your pickup date is confirmed, you will receive an email confirmation.
The Friday before your scheduled pickup, we will send a second confirmation email that includes your final order details, verification that your chicks hatched as expected, and any additional pickup instructions.
All orders must be picked up on the Saturday they are scheduled. Orders not picked up on their scheduled date are considered abandoned and will not be rescheduled or refunded.
If your order includes a shortage (a breed that did not hatch as expected), the remaining chicks on your order must still be picked up as scheduled. For any chicks unavailable due to a hatch shortage, you may choose one of the following options at pickup:
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Replace the shortage with chicks currently in stock, or
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Move the unavailable chicks to a future pickup date.
There is no guarantee of mortality or morbidity once the poultry leaves our store. Please carefully check your chicks before you leave.
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Quantity Discount 10+
