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Rare Chickens Poultry for sale

7 Rare 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.

Chickens poultry Rare breed Friesian cockerels - Advert 1
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Rare breed Friesian cockerels

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price

I have 4 gorgeous young male Friesians looking for homes with girls of their own. We had a late broody hen who hatched her eggs in August last year. Friesians are considered a rare breed and are gorg

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GalstonEast Ayrshire Council
Chickens poultry Silkie, polish frizzle ,seramas,pekin bantam  - Advert 2
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Silkie, polish frizzle ,seramas,pekin bantam

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MixedSex
£35Price

Lovely Silkie, Polish polish padovana ,polish frizzle ,speckled sussex, pekin bantam chicks available 20 to 24 weeks old ,hens POL ,trio silkie 2 hens 1 roo £110 trio pekin & bantam £100 hens indivi

RomfordGreater London
Chickens poultry PEKINS BANTAMS & QUAIL FORSALE CHICKS TO ADULTS  - Advert 3
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PEKINS BANTAMS & QUAIL FORSALE CHICKS TO ADULTS

Chickens

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£30Price

STILL FORSALE IF OUR ADVERT IS UP WE HAVE SOME Beautiful pekin bantams 8 weeks old pullets we now have 2 left forsale beautiful colours ready to go £35 each x1 roo x1 hen, ready for there forever home

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WaterloovilleHampshire
Chickens poultry Blue Faverolle rooster - Rare breed - Advert 4
2

Blue Faverolle rooster - Rare breed

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£40Price

Rare Blue Faverolle Cockerel Available Handsome young Blue Faverolle rooster, almost 6 months old. He has a wonderful temperament – very gentle, calm and easy going. Handled regularly and used to bei

RuncornHalton
Chickens poultry German Oshamo - Advert 5
2

German Oshamo

Chickens

7 weeksAge
MixedSex
£300Price

Introducing the German Oshamo – a truly exceptional bird renowned for its strength, stature, and commanding presence. Bred for powerful structure, balance, and temperament, the German Oshamo stands a

MaidstoneKent
Chickens poultry RARE PARROT BEAK ASEEL CHICKENS FOR SALE - Advert 6
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RARE PARROT BEAK ASEEL CHICKENS FOR SALE

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£0Price

I am selling my very rare parrot beak aseel chickens. All birds are imports and top quality priced range from £400 each up to £1000 each they are not cheap birds so no timewasters thanks chicks availa

BristolBristol City
Chickens poultry Orpington English Rare Colour - Advert 7
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Orpington English Rare Colour

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£30Price

Show pure breed lines big old English Orpington - Chocolate Cockerel (born in February 2025) £30. Mix breed Orpington - Chocolate/black splashed pullet with cockerel (born in August 2025) selling fo

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WitneyOxfordshire

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.