Information on the Sussex chicken breed

English color variety

General information about the Sussex chicken

Sussex were bred around 1800 in the English county of the same name from Cochins, Dorkings and Brahmas . They are officially regarded as a meat breed as they are easy to fatten, but they also produce a fairly high yield of eggs, as the egg production of these chickens has not fallen by the wayside in the often optically driven breeding of pedigree poultry. These chickens have also not forgotten how to forage independently, for example in the garden.

Appearance of Sussex chickens

Their legs and beaks are always white or flesh-colored. The medium-sized single comb and the ear lobes are red – the iris is also red. Roosters of this breed weigh up to approx. 4 kg.

Existing dwarf form

Yes, Dwarf Sussex chicken

Colors of Sussex chickens

white black columbia
yellow black columbia
red black columbia
red porcelain
brown/wild
gray silver
white
pearled

Keeping Sussex hens

They are not particularly fond of flying, which is why this large breed can also be kept in unroofed enclosures . However, like almost all chickens, they are of course happy to have plenty of outdoor exercise.

Character of Sussex chickens

These animals are very friendly, calm and have a pleasant temperament. If you value keeping tame animals, you have made a good choice with this breed. If they grow up with humans and you spend a lot of time with them, they almost become “cuddly chickens“. They are just as calm with each other as they are with humans. Due to their calm, friendly nature, it is often no problem to keep several pullets after breeding if they have enough space. This robust, vital breed is quite suitable for “beginners”. In addition, they often get into the breeding mood and are known as caring guardians of their chicks.

Eggs from Sussex hens

The hens lay very well and there are usually regular yellow to yellow-brown eggs even in winter.