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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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Chickens poultry 2x buff orphingtons roosters - Advert 1
4

2x buff orphingtons roosters

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£30Price

For sale we have two buff orphington roosters, we hatched them ourselves but have no need for a rooster. £30 each

CrieffPerth and Kinross
Chickens poultry Blue Faverolle rooster - Rare breed - Advert 2
2

Blue Faverolle rooster - Rare breed

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£50Price

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 Rooster for sale  - Advert 3
9

Rooster for sale

Chickens

7 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 Roosters for sale-East Ipswich in Ipswich  - Advert 4
9

Roosters for sale-East Ipswich in Ipswich

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price

I have a mixed batch of 6 month old roos in need of good homes- no fault of their own, I just have too many. I raised each by hand and none have put a foot to me. All are pure breeds from ebay sellers

IpswichSuffolk
Chickens poultry Polish Rooster - Advert 5
11

Polish Rooster

Chickens

7 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
Chickens poultry Shamo Hen, Brahma Bantam Rooster & a hybrid. - Advert 6
3

Shamo Hen, Brahma Bantam Rooster & a hybrid.

Chickens

1 yearAge
MixedSex
£60Price

Estimately a year and a half old. Mix feed of pellets, veg, seeds and berries. Not vaccinated. Looking for a loving home for these three either together or separately. £60 for Shamo, £25 each for

WatfordHertfordshire
Chickens poultry WANTED - small breed hens  - Advert 7
2

WANTED - small breed hens

Chickens

3 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

WANTED: In search of small breed hens, someone who is able to bring them to Blyth Northumberland or is close by for me to collect. Only after hens as I already have a bantam rooster. Photo is an examp

BlythNorthumberland
Chickens poultry Buff Orpington and Rhode Island Red Rooster - Advert 8
15

Buff Orpington and Rhode Island Red Rooster

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£30Price

5 Buff Orpington’s at 7 months old (Roo’s) £30 1 Rhode Island Red at 5 months old (Roo) £15 I do have 5 Lavender Leg Horn Chicks that are Roos (5 months old)

YorkYork
Chickens poultry Pekin bantams pol - Advert 9
5

Pekin bantams pol

Chickens

3 monthsAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Roosters available Living in with mixed flock free ranging very friendly and from show lines. White with red available.

Saint AustellCornwall
Chickens poultry Gold Laced Polish Silkie Rooster - Advert 10
3

Gold Laced Polish Silkie Rooster

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Gorgeous 4 months old rooster for adoption. I hatched these babies and one is definitely a rooster (Baxter) in pics. I live in a residential cul de sac so sadly early morning crowing going forward wil

AbergeleConwy Principal Area
Chickens poultry Buff Orpington Rooster - Advert 11
3

Buff Orpington Rooster

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

Almost 5 months old He is stunning, but needs a home in a rural area! Very friendly, hatched and raised by mum. Very important that he goes to a good home!

BrauntonDevon
Chickens poultry Salmon Faverolle Hens - Advert 12
6

Salmon Faverolle Hens

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

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

GooleEast Riding of Yorkshire
Chickens poultry 1 lovely and friendly Rooster/Cockerel - Advert 13
5

1 lovely and friendly Rooster/Cockerel

Chickens

13 weeksAge
MaleSex
£10Price

I have one very lovely bantam cockerel in need of a loving home, see picture for the cockerel being held £10 for Charlie the cockerel. I have had him since he hatched in my own incubator, however due

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Leamington SpaWarwickshire
Chickens poultry Beautiful Homegrown Laying Hen 🐔 - Advert 14
5

Beautiful Homegrown Laying Hen 🐔

Chickens

10 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Homegrown Laying Hen & Young Roosters Available 🐔 Healthy, homegrown chickens raised with care. • 1 young laying hen (£20) – started laying eggs about a month ago and is building a consistent routin

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SouthamptonSouthampton
Chickens poultry Roosters for sale (and some hens) - Advert 15
9

Roosters for sale (and some hens)

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MixedSex
£40Price

I need to downsize my flock so have decided to sell some of our lovely roosters. We do have a few hens (layers) left. Full size hens: Peeking Bantam, Polish £40 Silkies £50

LondonGreater London
Chickens poultry 2 Roosters for exchange only - Advert 16
5

2 Roosters for exchange only

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£20Price

Exchanging 2 roosters for 2 hens, preferably wellsummers. Perferable 6 months old. Exchange in value aswell. Collection only.

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SwanseaSwansea
Chickens poultry 5 hens and 1 rooster  - Advert 17
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5 hens and 1 rooster

Chickens

2 yearsAge
MixedSex
£50Price

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

ManchesterGreater Manchester

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.