Sussex Chicken: Eggs, Temperament and Care

At a glance

• Eggs: 4–5 large brown eggs per week (brown eggs)
• Temperament: Curious, friendly and calm
• Climate: Cold hardy
• Size: 7–9 lb

Pros and cons

Pros: Dual purpose, friendly, good forager

Cons: Prone to broodiness

Is the Sussex right for your flock?

The Sussex is curious, friendly and calm. With 4–5 large brown eggs per week, it is dual purpose, friendly, good forager. The main trade-off: prone to broodiness.

Recommended supplies

• Chicken coop
• Hanging feeder
• Waterer
• Layer feed
• Nesting boxes

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