The Speckled Sussex is an English laying hen renowned for its beauty and robustness. Its richly colored plumage, reddish brown speckled with small white spots, gives it a very elegant mottled appearance. Docile and curious, it is an excellent backyard hen that gets along well with other poultry.
It is also very productive, capable of laying up to 180 to 200 eggs per year, usually cream to light brown in color. Versatile, the Speckled Sussex stands out both for its ability to provide regular eggs and for its calm temperament, making it an ideal choice for hobby farmers or families.
The 2026 laying hen reservation season is officially open at Paddock Animal !
We are proud to offer you a selection of nine different breeds, chosen for their beauty, hardiness, and excellent egg production.
The laying hens are 18 weeks old and have been vaccinated and dewormed
There is only one pickup date: June 4, 2026
The hens must be picked up in person at our Paddock Animal store in Napierville before closing time (6 p.m.)
No delivery is available—no exceptions
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Reservations are required (no same-day sales)
Quantities are limited per breed.
Breeds cannot be changed after reservation.
Final sale: no returns, no exchanges, no refunds.
The customer is responsible for arriving at the scheduled date and location to pick up their chickens. Any reservations not picked up by June 4, 2026, will be considered canceled, with no refund.