The Sumatra is a rare and ornamental Heritage breed of chicken — originally from the island of Sumatra in southeast Asia. The Sumatra chicken was first imported into the United States in 1847. The Sumatra chicken was recognized by the American Poultry Association (APA) and the black variety was admitted as a standard breed in 1883. Today Sumatras are mostly kept for show and exhibition.
The Sumatra is a lustrous greenish-black bird with a graceful long tail, small comb, black shanks with yellow soles, multiple spurs, and — like the Silkies — the Sumatra has black skin. Their type, size and flowing tails are similar to the Yokohama chickens.
Sumatra chickens are best when allowed to free range and forage. Sumatra hens lay small white eggs and are non-setters.
Mason Walker (verified owner) –
Satisfied with the chicks, though one didn’t make it past the first week.
Matthew Hunter (verified owner) –
Good quality birds, but the shipping took a little longer than I hoped.
Emily Stevens (verified owner) –
Chicks were okay, but the overall experience was just average.
Natalie Brooks (verified owner) –
Some chicks were fine, but I lost a couple within the first few days.
Austin Cooper (verified owner) –
A few chicks arrived weak and didn’t make it.
Natalie Brooks (verified owner) –
Good overall, but I expected a bit more care in packaging.
Hannah Reed (verified owner) –
Received my order quickly, and all chicks are lively and healthy.
Abigail Collins (verified owner) –
The shipping was delayed, and a few chicks were not in the best shape.
Jackson Hayes (verified owner) –
Received healthy chicks, and they arrived on time! Highly recommend.
Olivia Morgan (verified owner) –
Some chicks were healthy, but others struggled to survive.
Grace Turner (verified owner) –
Received the chicks, but not all were in good health.
Isabella Morgan (verified owner) –
Happy with the quality, but the tracking info wasn’t updated promptly.
Dylan Foster (verified owner) –
Chicks arrived healthy but a bit later than expected. Still satisfied.
Grace Turner (verified owner) –
CaydenJamesFarm exceeded my expectations! Healthy chicks and quick delivery.
Connor Blake (verified owner) –
A few chicks arrived weak and didn’t make it.