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Roosters 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 Fertile hatching eggs x6 with free postage  - Advert 1
7

Fertile hatching eggs x6 with free postage

Chickens

Due in 1 weekAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

Good mix of shell colours including 3 shades of terracotta, olive green, pinkish buff with occasional speckles and blue hues. Wide range of breeds in mixed flock including. roosters large Colombia

Saint AustellCornwall
PRO
11

Aseel Eggs - Eating/Hatching Heavyweight Bloodline

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£50Price

About These Eggs (Pack of 6) I am offering pure Aseel fertile eggs from my home-bred, meticulously cared-for flock. This is a rare opportunity to own eggs from one of the most ancient and revered fig

ManchesterGreater Manchester
Chickens poultry Bantam, Silkie and seebright chicks - Advert 3
7

Bantam, Silkie and seebright chicks

Chickens

Due in 2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£25Price

we have broods expecting to hatch this month pure breed Bantams, Silkie cross and seebrights there maybe some hybrids as they live together. making some unique colours and styles but until they hatch

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TidworthWiltshire
ADVANCED
31

friendly rooster

Chickens

4 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

GooleEast Riding of Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Silki roosters - Advert 5
6

Silki roosters

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price

Two pure roosters.Both are around 5 months old and ready to start breeding.Lovely temperament. Socialised with hens.Message for more information.Kent Gravesend

GravesendKent
Chickens poultry 2 Polish Roosters Available - Advert 6
21

2 Polish Roosters Available

Chickens

10 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

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 Seramas and large fowl - Advert 7
9

Seramas and large fowl

Chickens

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Chicks, adults, eggs available throughout the season. 10 Chinese Painted quail chicks hatched 15th March £12 each. Two male legbar chicks hatched 27th Feb £10 each One gold laced orpington chick h

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WrexhamWrexham Principal Area
Chickens poultry Silver bielefelder roosters - Advert 8
2

Silver bielefelder roosters

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

I have 5 beautiful Silver bielefelder roosters just learning how to use their voices available to good homes. (before my neighbours moan) They are friendly and loves cuddles. Born 4th September 2025

DymockGloucestershire
Chickens poultry Stolen Flock 14 hens 4 roosters muckley corner A5  - Advert 9
20

Stolen Flock 14 hens 4 roosters muckley corner A5

Chickens

10 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

Originally this advertisement was to sell 2 of my roosters but since my entire flock got stolen last night!! There is 3 pekin bantam millefleur roosters 1 pekin bantam colombian rooster 3 colombi

CannockStaffordshire
Chickens poultry Roosters, hens, quails and chicks for sale - Advert 10
1

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 Bantam Roosters x3 - Advert 11
3

Bantam Roosters x3

Chickens

9 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

DroitwichWorcestershire
Chickens poultry Serama rooster - Advert 12
5

Serama rooster

Chickens

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£10Price

I have 2 remaining serama roosters, one white smooth feathered one white frizzled ( gray boy sold already) Please note they are miniature roosters. Usually bought to accompany flocks of standard chick

BristolBristol City
Chickens poultry Chickens, Coop & Run – Full Setup for sale - Advert 13
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 Salmon Favarolles - Pure Breed - Hens & Roosters - Advert 14
9

Salmon Favarolles - Pure Breed - Hens & Roosters

Chickens

6 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 Silkie rooster - Advert 15
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 Silkie Chickens - Advert 16
14

Silkie Chickens

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£35Price

Some girls left from my previous hatch, roughly three months old. Both are white, black and beige. New colours coming soon…… add Brentwood.Silkies for further info. Two pure black roosters sold sep

BrentwoodEssex

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.