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This is my Sumatra. She is a beautiful chicken and a great flier. She has always been a little skittish and a loner. She was almost a year old before she started laying eggs, but once she did, I typically got 6 eggs a week except for winters when they all quit for a few months.

I have a 1 year old Black Sumatra. I agree..it is hard to find much info on this breed. Mine was born last April and laid no eggs until this April. Her eggs are small and white and has laid one egg a day since she started. She was very slow growing. She is a great flier like others have...

Thank you! Yes, both doors open for easy cleaning. I also have their food inside so it is easy access for when I need to refill.