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Silkies Chickens Poultry for sale

15 Silkies 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  NEW 2026 USA  silkie/ silkies chick's  - Advert 1
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NEW 2026 USA silkie/ silkies chick's

Chickens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£12Price

* UPDATE 21st JAN X3 LEFT NOW* ( plse no time wasters READ THE ADVERT ITS ALL THERE! asking silly questions like how much and what sexs they are! Just wasting my time il block you been warned!

DerbyDerby
Chickens poultry Two silkies  - Advert 2
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Two silkies

Chickens

7 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

One white one ginger Two friendly silkies chickes They both lay one egg a day Needing to be rehomed due to change in circumstances. More than welcome to also have the pallet house I made for them. £25

HolyheadIsle of Anglesey
Chickens poultry eggs and chicks and sometimes hens  - Advert 3
1

eggs and chicks and sometimes hens

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£1Price

Small selection of of quail chicks left about 14, hatched 12th-14th Jan £7 each 6 or more £6 each Unsexed and under heat Taking pre-orders for eggs and chicks. Pekin bantam (chicks & eggs) Brahma (c

StanleyCounty Durham
Chickens poultry Silkie chicks  - Advert 4
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Silkie chicks

Chickens

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£12Price

Manchester Poultry People 🐣 Chicks hatching weekly! 🐣 We have a beautiful selection of quality chicks available, with new hatches every week. Currently available: • Ayam Cemani • Silkies (vario

ManchesterGreater Manchester
Chickens poultry Silkie and Americana  - Advert 5
3

Silkie and Americana

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£30Price

2 silkies and 2 Americans for sale they are well looked after message for more details £30 each or 2 for £55

NottinghamNottingham
Chickens poultry Silkies - Male - Advert 6
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Silkies - Male

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Incubated silkies myself back in July. Need to rehome these two males. One as you can see is a Splash. Both easy to handle and are used to being feed by hand also. Just becoming too fruity now wit

TowcesterWest Northamptonshire
Chickens poultry Various chickens - Advert 7
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Various chickens

Chickens

11 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

For sale various chickens. Silkies. White, black, gold, cuckoo, lavender. Lavender pekins bantam. Rhode Island Red large fowl. Buff Orpington large fowl. Lavender Orpington large fowl. All chick

ID Verified
BurnleyLancashire
Chickens poultry Three silkies  - Advert 8
2

Three silkies

Chickens

2 yearsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

1x black 1x white 1x brown Much loved healthy happy great laying full silkies Come with their coop and all feeding accessories if needed

OrmskirkLancashire
Chickens poultry Bantam Silkie Chicks From 1 Week + - Advert 9
14

Bantam Silkie Chicks From 1 Week +

Chickens

6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Bantam Silkie Chicks Looking for Their New Coops 🐥 I have a lovely selection of Bantam Silkie chicks available to loving pet homes. They are currently on heat, eating and drinking well, and thriving

BicesterOxfordshire
Chickens poultry Roosters for sale (and some hens) - Advert 10
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 Serama cockerels, NOW SOLD. SIlkies available  - Advert 11
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Serama cockerels, NOW SOLD. SIlkies available

Chickens

10 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Young Serama cockerels, £20 Few 10 weeks unsexed Silkies available too, £20 Collection only as I’m unable to deliver

TeddingtonGreater London
Chickens poultry White silkies - Advert 12
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White silkies

Chickens

10 monthsAge
MixedSex
£30Price

White silkies mix of hen and cocks I can’t tell for definite which are hens and cocks but I can sort of tell which might be which only for sale because I am starting to get over run by them. Will sel

High PeakDerbyshire
Chickens poultry Unhatched pure bred silky chicken eggs  - Advert 13
5

Unhatched pure bred silky chicken eggs

Chickens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£12Price

Looking for fluffy and friendly chickens? These are Unhatched Silkie chicken eggs! Silkie chickens are a heritage breed prized for their soft, silky feathers, small size, and docile nature. Our Silkie

HastingsEast Sussex
Chickens poultry Lovely Point of Lay Hybrid Hens - Advert 14
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Lovely Point of Lay Hybrid Hens

Chickens

10 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

We have a lovely stock of hybrid hens for sale. Friendly, fun and good layers. Our hens are fully vaccinated, wormed and regularly checked for red mite. Some are laying already and they all inquisit

TadleyHampshire
Chickens poultry Pair of silkies  - Advert 15
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Pair of silkies

Chickens

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£50Price

8 months old Lovely hens Gold in colour, one slightly darker than the rest One pair (cockeral and hen) Also one cockeral available Collection tickhill

DoncasterSouth Yorkshire

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.