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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Salmon Faverolle Hens - £30 each - young birds, be ready for laying come spring - also some roosters available if needed for breeding - see pictures - viewing or questions welcome - the last picture

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Hi! I have 2x polish bantam cockerels for sale and 1 Japanese bantam for sale! All friendly and don’t peck at you. Friendly to the hens too. For sale is the white frizzle and the black frizzle. Still

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White silkies mix of hen and cocks I can’t tell for definite which are hens and cocks but I can sort of tell which might be which only for sale because I am starting to get over run by them. Will sel

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Lots of hens for sale. Young Brahma and Wyandotte. Not too far off point of lay. Few more weeks to go. Collection only.

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We have some lovely Hens in stock at the moment, ranging from 8 weeks old to point of lay and priced at £20-35 depending on their age. All birds leave us vaccinated, wormed and treated for mites / l

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They are very lovely 5 hens they are very healthy laying eggs and breeding eggs every day. Very healthy 1 roo with amazing feathers. Please bring own box or containers thanks

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Gray old English game (Carlisle) cockerel Nice healthy young bird No hens for him so looking for new home

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Gray large old English game (Carlisle) cockerel Nice healthy bird No hens for him so looking to rehome

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8 months old Lovely hens Gold in colour, one slightly darker than the rest One pair (cockeral and hen) Also one cockeral available Collection tickhill

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Here at New Cottage Poultry we currently have a wide selection of Poultry of all ages from newly hatch to point of lay. All of our birds are up to date on any relevant vaccinations, worming and mite

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If ur looking for some back yard chickens look no further! We have some beautiful Pekin BANTAM hens, POL hens and cockerels available in lots of different colours and breeds from Bobtails, Frizzles to

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9 week old Bantam Cockerel Friendly guy, sadly we have uneven numbers for our hens. Only been indoor, never lived outside.

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These hens are all at point of lay and fully vaccinated, great laying breeds who lay some interesting coloured eggs. £30 each with discounts on 6 or more birds. All of our stock is on view for you

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Gorgeous Silkie Boy. Looking for his new flock. Hatched in June and raised in my garden by my broody hen. Only looking for a new home as I can't have a boy in the garden. Lovely temperament, not y
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.