Description
Order Status Guide
Update: 17 June 2026
Our flocks are currently enjoying a well-deserved winter rest. We anticipate they will resume laying shortly after the Winter Solstice. As the season progresses, we will be closely monitoring both productivity and fertility levels.
Please note that we will only open for new orders once we are confident that both fertility and egg production have fully recovered. Given the high volume of daily inquiries and the wide variety of breeds we care for, we are unable to maintain a manual waiting list.
If you are interested in a specific breed, we kindly encourage you to use the ‘Notify Me’ button located under each egg listing. As soon as we are ready to fulfill orders, you will automatically receive an email notification.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support!
- Add to cart → Orders placed now will be dispatched on Monday-Tuesday.
- Available on Back-order → We are currently filling existing orders. Your order will be allocated to the next available date, and an estimated dispatch timeframe will be emailed once we receive your order.
- Out of Stock → Hens are currently not producing enough due to broody hens, or we are monitoring fertility before making eggs available.
- Local pick up orders → We require a minimum of 24–48 hours’ notice to arrange pickup, as eggs need to be brought in from the farm.
- Originated from Sussex, England
- Mature weight around 3.5-5(rooster)kg
- Fast to moderate maturing – first egg around 7 months
- Medium – large light brown coloured eggs 200 – 250 eggs per year
- Broodiness – Medium
- Maintenance – Low
Speckled Sussex is a heritage breed known for its striking appearance, friendly cheeky temperament, and reliable egg production. Originating from Sussex, England, this breed has been cherished by poultry enthusiasts for centuries.
Speckled Sussex are medium-sized birds with a sturdy build and attractive plumage. They have a distinct pattern of black or dark brown speckles against a rich mahogany or red background, giving them a vibrant and eye-catching appearance.They are excellent egg layers, producing large tinted eggs consistently throughout the season. Additionally, they have a well-developed carcass, making them suitable for meat production as well.
One of the standout characteristics of Speckled Sussex is their friendly and docile nature. They are known for being calm and easy to handle, making them suitable for backyard flocks and family settings. They are also active foragers and enjoy exploring their environment, making them well-suited for free-range environments.
Our Speckled Sussex breeding program comprises selected breeders sourced from diverse bloodlines across Australia. We avoid breeding from birds with split chests and white earlobes, which are common issues we notice among speckled sussex breed in Australia
Please see Sussex – Open Poultry Standard Australia for more info and breed standards.
More info found on Breeds – Speckled Sussex page
