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Quail 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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Chicks, Ducklings and complete Starter sets

Chickens

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£0Price

We have a wide range of chicks and ducklings to choose from. These range from £7-15 each depending on breed etc. We only sell in a minimum of 2, we do advise to have three or more. The full set up

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CoalvilleLeicestershire
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Bantams available in a massive selection of breeds

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£40Price

Bantam Hens are priced at £30-40 depending of breed We have a fantastic selection of all types of Poultry in stock, Hens, Ducks, Geese, Quail, Turkeys, Chicks, Ducklings and more. Our shop is full

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CoalvilleLeicestershire
Chickens poultry Partridge leghorn cockerel - Advert 3
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Partridge leghorn cockerel

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price

2 x partridge leghorn cockerels £ 15 each ,we have too meny and need to make abit of space .hatched from show quailty eggs in 2025

SwanseaSwansea
Chickens poultry Seramas and large fowl - Advert 4
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Seramas and large fowl

Chickens

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Chicks, adults, eggs available throughout the season. 4 Chinese Painted quail chicks hatched 15th March £15 each. Two male legbar chicks hatched 27th Feb £10 each One gold laced orpington chick ha

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WrexhamWrexham Principal Area
Chickens poultry Quails or quail hatching eggs wanted  - Advert 5
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Quails or quail hatching eggs wanted

Chickens

11 monthsAge
MaleSex
£5Price

I’m looking for Cotournix and bobwhite quails

ReadingBerkshire
Chickens poultry unsexed chicks and quail - Advert 6
4

unsexed chicks and quail

Chickens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£9Price

unsexed chicks Pilkie x serama (4 left) £10 each or all for £35 All hatched 1/4/2026 Looking to rehome a small selection of my homebred pekin cocks from last year. 2 Lavender 1 black with gold col

StanleyCounty Durham
Chickens poultry Roosters, hens, quails and chicks for sale - Advert 7
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Roosters, hens, quails and chicks for sale

Chickens

1 yearAge
MixedSex
£40Price

Silkie roosters for sale £30 each I currently have around 6 or 7 hens left, but are selling those either as pairs or trios with a rooster. Silkie hens £50 each Bantam hens £40 each I have one Banta

LondonGreater London
Chickens poultry Day old pure breed chicks  - Advert 8
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Day old pure breed chicks

Chickens

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£12Price

Day old pure breed chicks Large fowl and bantams Vaccinated Breeds include Day old USA Silkie bantams (unsexed) £12 Pekin bantam (unsexed) (inc frizzle) £12 Serama bantams (unsexed) £12 O

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ColchesterEssex
Chickens poultry Beautiful pekin batams - READY TO GO - Advert 9
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Beautiful pekin batams - READY TO GO

Chickens

13 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

13 left beautiful pekin bantams, mixed sexes, mixed colours Grab a bargain very near POL £40 each or 2 for £70.... We also have baby quail 2 weeks old (certonix) £10 each 40 availble... will do a

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WaterloovilleHampshire
Chickens poultry Pekin bantam pullets - ready togo - Advert 10
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Pekin bantam pullets - ready togo

Chickens

13 weeksAge
MixedSex
£35Price

Beautiful, tame, pekin bantams mixed colours 18 availble, ready to go they are off heat and on growers feed currently ready for there forever homes, pure breed no crosses.... £35 each or 2 for £64 W

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WaterloovilleHampshire
Chickens poultry Chicks an Ducklings in a range of breeds  - Advert 11
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Chicks an Ducklings in a range of breeds

Chickens

6 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£10Price

We have a great range of Chicks and Ducklings hatching all the time, we offer full starter sets for £69, this is for the cage, feeder, drinker and feed. Chicks are priced at £8-14 each depending on th

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CoalvilleLeicestershire
Chickens poultry Point of lay Hens in a wide range of breeds  - Advert 12
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Point of lay Hens in a wide range of breeds

Chickens

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£0Price

Point of lay fully vaccinated, wormed and treated for mites/lice. These Hens vary in price depending on breeds, you can find all of these on our New Cottage Poultry Website 🙂 We have a fantastic sel

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CoalvilleLeicestershire
Chickens poultry 6 serama hatching eggs tiny chickens 🐔  - Advert 13
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6 serama hatching eggs tiny chickens 🐔

Chickens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£25Price

I have silkied , mottled mix & Frizzle/ straight mix. 6 eggs £25 I post out every day using royal mail tracked Fantastic hatch rate , I have loads of happy customers on my f bo ok group 😀 west yor

HalifaxWest Yorkshire

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.