Chickens, also known as hens or chicks in their early stages, have their origins in Southeast Asia, where they were first domesticated from the red junglefowl around 8,000 years ago. Widely kept across the United Kingdom, these birds have distinctive physical traits including colorful plumage — with males often being more vibrant — and fleshy crests called combs on their heads. Their combs and wattles help regulate temperature, making them well-adapted to various climates. Chickens exhibit unique behaviours, such as dust bathing to maintain feather health and establishing a social pecking order within flocks. Known for their friendly temperament, they are suitable for backyard poultry keepers seeking both egg production and companionship. Popular in the UK for keeping live chickens, many enthusiasts search for "chickens for sale" or "hens for sale near me" to start their flocks. Whether you are buying baby chicks or point of lay chickens for egg-laying, chickens are versatile and hardy birds, thriving in free-range or well-managed environments. Their care involves providing shelter, nutrition, and protection from predators, making them a rewarding choice for both beginners and experienced poultry keepers alike.
Chickens
For a loving kind forever home only. Sadly I have room for only one boy. Volkan is a cross between a handsome tailed bearded blue araucana crossed with an Orpington x Cream Crested Legbar hybrid and
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Freshly layed. White leg horn eggs available for pick up in sterminster newton area. Great for egg laying or meat Come in boxs of 6 We can also supply Warren fertile eggs as well
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French millefleur pekin bantams show quality Price based on colour and sex. Males will obviously be cheaper but a lot depends on colour.
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Unsexed chicks - hatched 24/05. 3 Transylvanians/naked neck 1 lavender pekin SOLD 2 polish 1 Thuringian All eating and drinking. Will require heat and brooder set up. £15 each.
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Beautiful quality Mille Fleur Pekin bantam hatching eggs available from healthy, well cared for birds. Productive strain with lovely colouring and temperament. Eggs are collected fresh daily and care
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Point of lay chickens for sale Hybrids £35 each Pure breeds £50-£60 each Turkeys £60 each Peacocks £250 pair Ducks £35-£60 each Chicks £5-£15 each Ducklings £30-£35 each Miniature sheep £250 e
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Silkie and Pekin hatching eggs for sale collected a day before sale eggs from pure bread happy healthy free range chickens
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Beautiful grey silky chick for sale very friendly had to get rid of because not enough room in the cage for them to all have room