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Rooster 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 Serama rooster - Advert 1
5

Serama rooster

Chickens

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£10Price

I have 3 remaining serama roosters, one white smooth feathered one white frizzled and one ash gray. Please note they are miniature roosters. Usually bought to accompany flocks of standard chickens if

BristolBristol City
Chickens poultry Pekin and silkie roosters - Advert 2
5

Pekin and silkie roosters

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

FOC various colours all boys and know their job very well. Located titchfield Hampshire Message for more details

FarehamHampshire
Chickens poultry Silkeiea chicken - Advert 3
21

Silkeiea chicken

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£100Price

I have 7 silkies chicken for salle 3 roosters and 4 hens 5 months old i sell all together 100£.

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RipleyDerbyshire
Chickens poultry Chickens, Coop & Run – Full Setup for sale - Advert 4
92

Chickens, Coop & Run – Full Setup for sale

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MixedSex
£300Price

Selling 2 roosters and 2 hens with a chicken coop and enclosed run. Ideal starter setup for anyone looking to keep chickens. Everything included: • Chicken coop • Enclosed chicken run • 2 roosters

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BradfordWest Yorkshire
Chickens poultry 2 polish bantam Roosters  - Advert 5
9

2 polish bantam Roosters

Chickens

8 monthsAge
MaleSex
£20Price

2 stunning polish bantam Roosters aged 35 weeks and 32 weeks. They need a new flock as I don't have room for them. £20 each

BangorGwynedd
Chickens poultry Salmon Favarolles - Pure Breed - Hens & Roosters - Advert 6
9

Salmon Favarolles - Pure Breed - Hens & Roosters

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£30Price

Pure Breed salmon faverolle hens and roosters the hens for sale are approaching 6 months old, near point of lay - £30 each can do a trio - 2 hens, 1 rooster for £60 have some beautiful rooters for

GooleEast Riding of Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Sussex rooster  - Advert 7
3

Sussex rooster

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£20Price

Sussex rooster 4 and a half month old

BedworthWarwickshire
Chickens poultry Ayam Cemani rooster/Cockerell  - Advert 8
4

Ayam Cemani rooster/Cockerell

Chickens

14 weeksAge
MaleSex
£15Price

My lil man "bubble" need s a new coop with some ladies ready for some spring chickens He is a pure breed cemani black tongue no leakage at all Sweet but sassy nature will be sad to see him go as I l

NorwichNorfolk
Chickens poultry Silkie rooster - Advert 9
2

Silkie rooster

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

Hello, I have a silkie rooster for sale as I have too much rooster. He is 10 months old and is great with other hens or roosters.

LeedsWest Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Rare Ayam Ketawa (Laughing Chickens) for Sale - Advert 10
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Rare Ayam Ketawa (Laughing Chickens) for Sale

Chickens

11 monthsAge
MixedSex
£35Price

Rare Ayam Ketawa (Laughing Chickens) for Sale – Breeding Group! For sale: A fantastic small group of Ayam Ketawa – the famous Indonesian “laughing chickens” known for their incredible long, human-like

CaldicotMonmouthshire
Chickens poultry Silkie Chickens - Advert 11
9

Silkie Chickens

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£0Price

Calling all Breeders, ONLY ROOSTERS LEFT. YOUNG ROOSTERS. TWO BLACK 3 SPLASH Lovely temperament. Socialised with hens and children. Message for more photos x MORE BABIES COMING…. Follow on Insta

BrentwoodEssex
Chickens poultry Pekin Bantam Chicks & Chickens - Advert 12
15

Pekin Bantam Chicks & Chickens

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£8Price

DAY OLD CHICKS.... Pekin bantam chicks (unsexed) £8 each Cream Crested Legbar chicks (Sexed) £15 each (blue egg layers) **Chicks require heat lamp/plate until fully feathered** CHICKENS.... Pekin

NewmarketSuffolk
Chickens poultry Polish Frizzle Rooster - Advert 13
4

Polish Frizzle Rooster

Chickens

11 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

A very polite and well-mannered male, we just can’t keep him anymore due to the noise. Used to being handled and very patient with being petted. Experienced chicken owners preferred. Responds to being

High WycombeBuckinghamshire
Chickens poultry 3 male Serama roosters for sale - Advert 14
2

3 male Serama roosters for sale

Chickens

15 weeksAge
MaleSex
£50Price

3 absolutely beautiful Serama roosters for sale. All have been hatched by their mums and raised by them for the first 6 weeks, they still live with their mums and dad but unfortunately 3/4 eggs turns

SheffieldSouth Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Rooster and 6 hens for sale - Advert 15
3

Rooster and 6 hens for sale

Chickens

1 yearAge
MixedSex
£100Price

I have a total of 6 hens and a rooster (in total 7 chickens) for sale. The hens lay eggs but as of recently they've been laying them some place in my garden as I have them open during the day. They mu

StourbridgeWest Midlands
Chickens poultry Ayam cemani roosters  - Advert 16
6

Ayam cemani roosters

Chickens

8 monthsAge
MaleSex
£20Price

Ayam cemani Roosters pets they show some leakage but are a lovely addition to any flock stunning colouration. Great for adding blank to any flocks. Black meat birds

ManchesterGreater Manchester
Chickens poultry Rooster for sale  - Advert 17
9

Rooster for sale

Chickens

8 monthsAge
MaleSex
£20Price

Rooster and cockerels for sale in London. Price start from £20 Collection from west London Please text or WhatsApp us for more information

NortholtGreater London
Chickens poultry Polish Rooster - Advert 18
11

Polish Rooster

Chickens

9 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price

Lovely polish rooster for sale. I bought fertilised eggs and ended up with 3 out of 4 being roosters.

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New MiltonHampshire

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.