Thanks for your input! I just met my first Sussex roo this weekend at the NY state fair and fell in love with their size and their regal looks. Can't wait to have some light sussex beauties running around my yard! I have two cochin chicks in the brooder right now, so I'll get to compare.Hello! I think you'll be happy with your decision: They're beautiful and very even-tempered birds. I have both Cochins and SS and the Cochins are a bit more docile and eager to interact with me. The Sussex are happiest when they're allowed to go about their business and will occasionally pop by to see what you're doing. Every bird is unique, though, and different lines have different temperaments. I even have one pullet who is essentially feral and spent about a week living in the wild.
I really like SS roos, though. Never had an aggressive one and they look after the ladies well. This guy survived a fox attack and is...ah...silly, but endearing...