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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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

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Stag and three hens. Very friendly used to being free ranged can be handled and picked up easily. Nice colouring Collection only

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X2 Rhode Island Red Cockerels Four months old Had them from eggs, hatched in August 2025 Very friendly Available immediately Collection only

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Homebred quality birds from my show winning flock. Happy and healthy, just been wormed. Very pretty with a fluffy topknot. Lovely garden pets, very hardy breed. Will start laying blue eggs in a few w

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Kings Lynn Collection only Sold in pairs Nice young birds Wheaton set also available Pm me for more

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Due to moving abroad I sadly have to find a home for my pet cockerels who have been free to wander around.

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I have 2 Cockerells which are competing with each other... so im rehoming the youngest of the 2 Elvis! Hes a very healthy, happy chap!

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Good health average 4 to 6 montĥ old good at laying eggs worlds tiny chicken collection from chester ch23eu Male and female available £30 each or £55 pair

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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

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2 birds available. Fully vaccinated really strong birds about 4 months old but we took them as chicks from a registered breeder. Located near Penrith cumbria

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Point of Lay purebred pullets for sale in Herstmonceux. Approximately 6 months old and £30 each. Breeds available: Buff Sussex, Speckled Sussex, Barnevelder, Splash Maran. Please bring a box/carrier w

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I have 4 banty cockerella for sale all this years birds beautifully colours and very quiet! £20 each

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A beautiful white silkie rooster ( Roger roo) Free to a good home. Only finding him a new home as ended up with 2 roosters.

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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

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Beautiful healthy free range birds. Looking for a new home as we are downsizing our breeding flock size. I have 2 silver hens left. £45 each

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Hello im selling a mini ginger game trio good stock only selling as reducing numbers anny questions please as thanks Michael

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Jasper was hatched in September. Unfortunately we have don’t have enough chickens for him to share with the other cockerels. He is a lovely little thing, just finding his voice. Can deliver him, jus

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Gorgeous traditional coloured bantom cocktail. Coming up 1 year old. Very friendly and beautifully natured.

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He is fully matured now, 7 months old and ready to be introduced to a flock. Please let me know which you would like to reserve and advise what day you can collect. Thanks

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We have hatched a batch of silkie chicks. Defra registered promises. These birds are perfect for your backgarden as they are smaller and great to interact with children. Silkies are little bundles of

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Pol Whitestar and bovan Brown chickens for sale all female, 18 weeks old very friendly and very good egg layers. £10 each. Im in Waltham Lincolnshire. (Please bring something to transport them home i

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9 week old Bantam Cockerel Friendly guy, sadly we have uneven numbers for our hens. Only been indoor, never lived outside.

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1 Silkie Hen (Adult): Healthy, friendly, and currently laying. Beautiful soft feathers and calm nature. 5 Pekins (3–4 months): Young, healthy, and unsexed. Growing well and easy to handle. 5 Pekin
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.