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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I have a breeding group of Indio Gigante chickens for sale. They are from several different bloodlines and unrelated. I have 2 cockbirds and 6 hens available. Birds start at £35 each

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Lots of young hens from this years hatches.. all breeds and hybrid birds to offer.. 2 hybrid cockerels 2 pure bred

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A handsome cockerel for sale, 9 weeks old. Father is a white Sussex and mother is a Legbar(blue egger)

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Young Silkie bantam cockerel, black mingled with white (mum was grey cuckoo). Five months old. The last of this year’s small batch of hatchlings! APHA reg C1423469.

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Warrens Available at Eggcellent Acre. 19 weeks old, vaccinated and health checked. Just reddening up so won’t be far off laying! Message us for more details - ************ 56 available - £15 e

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I have about 30, couple cockerels. Few black smooth frizzle and mostly lavender smooth and frizzle. £25 each. Trowbridge Wiltshire

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8 buff Orpington hens and one cockerel. Hatched beginning of the year. Started laying. Trowbridge, Wiltshire. £45 each hen.

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I have 2 beautiful young friendly cockreals looking for a home. One has just started to crow very quietly They are stunning birds with the green egg gene . So any chick you hatch should lay green egg

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Beautiful white silkie cockerel looking for a new home. He’s a lovely boy, I’m genuinely sad he needs a new home, but being in a city I can’t keep him. Based in Bedminster, Bristol

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2 copper moran Cockerells for sale. 6 weeks old. Very pretty. Home reared. Rehoming due to having too many males.

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Pavs hatched this year from unrelated parents. The hens will start to lay in early spring. Pavlovekya's are of Russian orgin and very cold hardy birds. They are great fun hand raised friendly birds

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All birds are off heat now and ready to go to their new homes! All hatched from our own flock Dad is a Buff Orpington and the Mums are various breeds - some fab colours and will be fab birds

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These are a rare and sort after breed for their docile temperament and suitability for urban backyards.

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Lots of chickens available Hybrids £40 Pure breed £40-£60 Rare breed £60 Polish Silkies Sultans Ayam Cream leg bar Wellsummer Shamo Old English game Marans in various colours Warrens £1

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Famed for its size and known as king of chickens it’s a docile calm breed. Egg laying, choice of colours Description These gentle giants feature lovely large soft feathers and are stunning addition

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Shamo chickens Good quality Only 6 months old Some getting very tall now . The hens are £60 and the cockerels £100

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This is a hardy and active chicken breed and is a direct descendant of the popular fighting breed. It is among the first chicken breed developed in Britain

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Point of lay. Many colour variations. They are a favourite pet chicken breed, they are gentle natured and soft feathered which makes them ideal pets for children. Easy to care for and handle, they are

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3 born on the 1st October and 9 born on the 13th October Well handled and friendly Still need heat

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A good selection of fully vaccinated POL pullets available for sale. Last batch until next spring. Varieties include Leghorn ( Partridge, duckwing) Maran ( Splash, blue , Speckledy , Cuckoo) Devon

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American Wyandotte bantam rooster Had for more than a year just don’t have the time anymore Very loving and kind Does crow as normal Looking for loving home Is okay with new hens but would need t

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Large selection of hybrid point of lay hens including splash maran, silver sussex, light Sussex, olive eggers, Devon blues, dark brown egg layers and more £40 each or 3 for £100. Pure breeds polish a

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Only boys left Wormed, regular dust bath, plenty of sunshine and enrichment. Girls £25 Boys £5 Living outside and ready to go
Yes, chickens are considered poultry, which is the category of domesticated birds raised primarily for their meat and/or eggs. They are one of the most common poultry species along with turkeys, ducks, and geese.