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Black rock Chickens Poultry for sale

8 Black rock Chickens Poultry for sale

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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Chickens poultry 2 x POL chickens - Advert 1
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2 x POL chickens

Chickens

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

One leghorn, one crested rock hen both fantastic layers. Only selling due to a change in personal circumstances. They are two lovely chickens who come running out to see you when they hear you. The bl

SpennymoorCounty Durham
Chickens poultry Crested Cream Legbar - Blue Egg Layer  in Preston - Advert 2
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Crested Cream Legbar - Blue Egg Layer

Chickens

11 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£40Price

Crested Cream Legbars Well as per usual with us at Pilling Poultry instead of winding down, we are still mad busy 🤦🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️ From a day old chick to 8 weeks old Growers to 18 week plus point of

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PrestonLancashire
Chickens poultry *RESERVE* POL Hens + Day old chicks! - Advert 3
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*RESERVE* POL Hens + Day old chicks!

Chickens

5 daysAge
FemaleSex
£12Price

Hello, We are now taking reservations for point-of-lay (POL) hens of various breeds available for late February/early March 🐔Hens are 16-17 weeks old and have been fully wormed and vaccinated. Early

HounslowGreater London
Chickens poultry Pullets Pol various breeds (read full description) - Advert 4
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Pullets Pol various breeds (read full description)

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£8Price

Copper maran Burford browns Blue egg layers Green egg layers Bluebells Speckledys Light Sussex Silver Sussex Black rocks £12.50 each 10 plus £11.50 each Also available Point of lay warre

HuddersfieldWest Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Chickens for sale  - Advert 5
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Chickens for sale

Chickens

10 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

Chickens for sale Bluebells Warrans Leghorne Light Sussex Black rock Vaccinated and wormed ************

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BradfordWest Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Lovely Point of Lay Hybrid Hens - Advert 6
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Lovely Point of Lay Hybrid Hens

Chickens

10 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

We have a lovely stock of hybrid hens for sale. Friendly, fun and good layers. Our hens are fully vaccinated, wormed and regularly checked for red mite. Some are laying already and they all inquisit

TadleyHampshire
Chickens poultry Brahma  - Advert 7
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Brahma

Chickens

1 yearAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Brahma chickens white and black rock can be more money for different types of breeds One Years Old text me with this number 0-7-8-8-8-1-0-8-5-5-4

GloucesterGloucestershire

FAQs

Are chickens considered poultry?

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.

How are chickens classified in poultry?

Chickens are classified as a species within poultry and further divided into classes based on age, sex, and purpose such as broilers for meat, layers for eggs, roasters, and capons. There are also standard breed classes including American, Asiatic, Continental, English, Mediterranean, and others.

Do poultry chickens lay eggs?

Yes, female chickens, known as hens once mature, lay eggs regardless of the presence of a male chicken (rooster). Egg-laying ability depends on the breed, with some bred specifically for high egg production while meat breeds lay fewer eggs.

Why can't male chickens be used for meat in egg-laying breeds?

Male chicks from egg-laying breeds are typically not used for meat production because they do not develop the large breast and leg muscles needed for quality meat and are therefore not economically viable. As a result, these male chicks are commonly culled shortly after hatching, while male meat-breed chickens are used for meat.