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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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friendly rooster
Chickens
5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£40Price
young rooster free to good home ,gentleman with his ladies and likes a cuddle ,only reason i have to rehome him is because i already have a rooster
Goole, East Riding of Yorkshire
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Brahma roosters
Chickens
9 monthsAge
MixedSex
£60Price
Pure brahma roosters ,gentle and good mannered around kids and pets ,giants gentle around their girls ,unfortunately plans are changed and need to rehome them
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Romford, Greater London5.0
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116 Silkie chicks
Chickens
9 weeksAge
MixedSex
£5Price
Looking to rehome 6 silkie chicks born end of February. We dont yet know if they are male or female. Unfortunately they have just become too much for us to look after, my children lost interest. Looki
Wilmslow, Cheshire East
33 cockerels for rehome
Chickens
1 yearAge
MaleSex
£0Price
Due to noise complaints unfortunately we need to rehome our 3 boys. The black silkie is nearly 2 and the others are nearly 12 months. Warwickshire area
Warwick, Warwickshire
31APHA registered hatching eggs rooster available
Chickens
3 daysAge
MixedSex
£2Price
We are very proud to be DEFRA APHA approved registered our birds are being born and raised on my premises situated in a beautiful Cheshire countryside rural SHAVINGTON village located near the primary
Crewe, Cheshire East
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friendly rooster
Chickens
5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£30Price
free to a good home - super friendly,hand raised rooster ,such a gentleman with the ladies and tolerates humans (not aggressive) the only reason i have to rehome him is because we have too many rooste
Goole, East Riding of Yorkshire
3Silkie cockerel for rehoming
Chickens
8 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price
Looking to rehome our white bearded silkie cockerel. Bought as a pullet hen and turned out to be a boy. Rehoming as already have a cockerel in our flock Free to good home. But must be a good home with
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
3Pekin Cockerels
Chickens
3 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price
I have two looking for a new home, they were hatched via incubator are hand reared and very friendly. We ended up with more males than females so we are looking to rehome them before they start fighti
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Pulborough, West Sussex
912 Chicks and 5 adults polish/silkies plus pen
Chickens
3 monthsAge
MixedSex
£249Price
We are having to rehome our beautiful babies and adult chickens due to moving We have a polish rooster… 2 female silkies and 2 others not sure if the breed bantam i believe. females are laying well
London, Greater London
2Two stunning bantam boys
Chickens
11 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price
I purchased 8 girls and one boy in August. 4 turned out to be boys, so I have to rehome these two lovely guys as I have too many boys to girls. Both are super friendly and eat from your hand. One is a
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
5Satin Silkie Rooster FOC
Chickens
1 yearAge
MaleSex
£0Price
Looking to find a new home for this handsome friendly young Roo. He’s becoming a pain for my old hens who just want to retire in peace, looking to rehome him ASAP he’s got too much energy for them. I
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Crediton, Devon
3Bantam Roosters x3
Chickens
10 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price
We have 3 x Bantham roosters that we are looking to rehome. Lovely birds we are just a little heavy on the males here on our farm. £15 per bird
Droitwich, Worcestershire
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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?
Do poultry chickens lay eggs?
Why can't male chickens be used for meat in egg-laying breeds?
