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Black Chickens Poultry for sale in Brighton, Brighton and Hove

8 Black Chickens Poultry for sale in Brighton, Brighton and Hove

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 Black tail chickens  - Advert 1
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Black tail chickens

Chickens

2 yearsAge
FemaleSex
£10Price

2 years old chickens , looked after well in a chicken coop. The chickens are all female and very happy, they are let out in the garden and are fed good quality food. £10 each . 5 chickens for sale

HounslowGreater London (46mi)
Chickens poultry Buff Orpington Trio - Advert 2
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Buff Orpington Trio

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£130Price

Great quality trio of our Buff Orpington’s About 20 weeks old We have many Orpington growers in Buff and Black As well as many other types of chickens Check out our website Kentpurebreedchickens.

AshfordKent (46.5mi)
Chickens poultry Pekin bantam hens - Advert 3
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Pekin bantam hens

Chickens

FemaleSex
£15Price

Hi I hatched a few Pekin bantams this year under broodie bantam hens. I have quite a few black and some blue. They are beautiful and healthy hens from a mixed flock of pekins. I have various age

FelthamGreater London (44.9mi)
Chickens poultry Mottled Wyandottes, Le Bresse, Pita Pintas  - Advert 4
14

Mottled Wyandottes, Le Bresse, Pita Pintas

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Silkie feathered serama hen with 3 araucana crossbreed chicks 8days old £40 18 week old Le Bresse cockerels and hens ready for processing or adding to your laying flock. Docile and entertaining breed

HeathfieldEast Sussex (17.1mi)
Chickens poultry Pekin bantam hens pol - Advert 5
51

Pekin bantam hens pol

Chickens

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

We have some pol pekins available / gold partridge, lavender and black Also please see my other adverts for what else is available

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SevenoaksKent (32.6mi)
Chickens poultry Serama chickens  - Advert 6
3

Serama chickens

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£20Price

2x stunning male serama chickens 1x black and white 1x brown and white 5 months old now Collection po6 area

PortsmouthPortsmouth (44.4mi)
Chickens poultry POL HYBRID HENS SUPER FRIENDLY  - Advert 7
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POL HYBRID HENS SUPER FRIENDLY

Chickens

11 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

Hello this is a page where I list all of my vaccinated POLS so please keep an eye out also message me incase I haven’t updated this AD to see what stock I have! 1x 5 month old Brahma golden £45 2x 5

HavantHampshire (39.9mi)

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.