A true family chicken from England – this Sussex chicken coloring page shows a sturdy hen with finely drawn feathers. Grab the free printable and recreate the classic look of this chicken breed.
Why Kids Love This Sussex Hen
The hen stands big in the front, and her feathers are split into lots of small zones: neck hackles, chest, wing coverts and a wide tail fan. The neck feathers are perfect for adding the typical Sussex pattern with dark stripes. Behind her is a wooden coop with a shingled roof and an open door. A fence, grass tufts and pebbles complete the scene.
🖨️ Step by Step: How to Print It Best
Click “Print” on the right, or download the image or PDF.
Letter or A4 in portrait, scaling set to “Fit to page” – the picture fits the sheet perfectly.
Regular printer paper is fine for colored pencils; for paint, use thicker paper (65–110 lb).
Grab your crayons and go – then give the finished picture a spot on the fridge!
Fun Facts About Sussex Chickens
The Sussex chicken comes from the county of Sussex in England. The best-known variety is the Light Sussex: white feathers with a black-striped neck collar and a black tail. Sussex chickens are calm and friendly, so they’re great for families. They’re hardy and keep laying even in winter. Each year, a hen lays about 180 to 250 cream to light brown eggs.
What to Do with Your Finished Sussex
Make a breed trading card set: color the Sussex, Leghorn and Brahma, then write each one’s home country, egg color and eggs per year on the back. Or find England on a map and mark it.
Color Ideas for Your Sussex Chicken
Sussex chickens come in a few classic varieties.
White body, black-striped collar and black tail tips.
Mahogany brown with tiny black and white spots.
Rich reddish brown with a dark neck and tail.
For fun, dark blue feathers with silver dots.
Great Times for This Coloring Page
A page for careful eyes.
Fits a classroom lesson about Great Britain.
Great for comparing chicken breeds.
A hen that keeps laying through the cold.
Lots of feathers for a long, calm session.
Quick Sussex Facts
The key facts at a glance.
Named after the county of Sussex.
A trademark of the Light Sussex.
Calm, tame and hardy.
Cream to light brown, even in winter.
More Chicken and Chick Coloring Pages
Collect them all: our chicken collection also has the Brahma, Leghorn, Silkie and bantam.
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Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Precision: Small feather zones build accuracy.
- Pattern work: The neck collar invites fine detail.
- Breed science: Discover where a breed comes from.
- Focus: Lots of detail builds patience.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
For kids 9 and up: the feathers are split into many small sections, perfect for patient colorers.
Is the download free?
Yes, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
What should we color it with?
Well-sharpened colored pencils plus a fine black pen for the feather markings.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Sussex-Huhn.