SUSSEX

Product Description

An old dual-purpose breed originating in England’s county of Sussex, where this large-bodied chicken was raised primarily for meat. The Sussex is closely related to the Dorking; historical evidence suggests it was selectively bred from Dorkings with four toes. The Sussex has a single comb, may be large or bantam in size, and comes in several color varieties, of which speckled is the original.

The hens are good layers of eggs with light-brown shells. The light and white varieties are the best layers, but they seldom brood, while the speckled varieties lay somewhat less well but are more likely to set, and they make good mothers.