Speckled Sussex
This English Heavy breed was developed in Sussex County, England more than 100 years ago. Cocks weigh about nine pounds at maturity and hens seven pounds. For these reasons, along with their pink skin, these birds are said to make excellent table fowl. I have found these birds to be calm and personable as well as good layers of light brown or tinted eggs, which you can see under the hen to the bottom left. These birds are are a wonderful combination of utility and beauty and can be a great choice for a show bird, not to mention these are one of they most beautiful dual purpose breeds.
2012 Speckled Sussex Prices
Chicks-$2 each Strait Run
Fertile Eggs- $16 dozen