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.
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Hi I have for sale various breeds on chicks including Pekins,silkies,silver French maran, cream legbar silverlaced,Wyandottes. Will have more hatching on the 20th April
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Light Sussex (sussex star), columbian black trails, speckledy, bluebells, rhode rocks, white star, silver sussex (magpie), Cheshire Blues (Blue egg layer).. All female at point of lay 17-25 weeks old. Fully vaccinated. Brahma and bantam silkies also available.
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NO HENS AVAILABLE, SO PLEASE DON'T ASK!!! 4 lovely roosters available to new homes, lovely tame boys. 2 silkies 2 standard Collection only
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Chicks for sale now off heat breeds are Pekins various colours Black silkies Silver laced Wyandotte bantams Old English silver duck wing large fowl Chicks on heat Pekins various colours Copper
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Available large fowl Araucana pullets mainly black, from blue/green egg layers. These are a Rare breed and yet will lay well, and are quiet to handle. Mine rarely go broody. Araucana are a Medium siz
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Day olds Buff Orpington chicks available pure breeds, u must have a brooder and setup along with a hot water bottle for day olds to take home! I also have older chicks available! Please can people onl
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6 white silkie pullets looking for a new coop these should start to lay next month £30 each Lichfield Staffordshire
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3 LF Bahamas 5 pilkies (pekin X silkie) 9 chick's for sale all been raised by momma chickens. They are arrange of ages 3 weeks between oldest (18/04/26) and youngest (25/04/26) Please no time w
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Bantam Silkies, bearded, non-bearded. Guaranteed female at point of lay ie 17-25 weeks old. Fully vaccinated to commercial standards. Collection from Stafford area

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UP TO 20% Discounts for 5,10,15 or 20 birds. Based on the Leghorn breed and often termed Dekalb, these birds are the best layers you can get - typically 7 large white eggs per week per bird. The Wh
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I have for sale a white silkie cross hen with 15 silkie cross chicks she’s a brilliant mum all chicks are eating well and healthy £150 for the family