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Chickens Poultry for sale in Cambridgeshire

7 Chickens Poultry for sale in Cambridgeshire

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 Pekins - Advert 1
12

Pekins

Chickens

9 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£35Price

Beautiful Pekin girls available at £35 each Also 2 cockerels available at £20 each! Lots of other fancy breeds available! Make sure you look at all the photos! Please message me with any questions or

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St NeotsCambridgeshire
5.00
Chickens poultry Chickens Point of lay hens - Advert 2
22

Chickens Point of lay hens

Chickens

9 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

BACK IN STOCK NOW, a variety of different coloured blue egg laying hens!! We have available some beautiful chickens. These lovely point lay hens are around 22 weeks old and at the start of their care

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St NeotsCambridgeshire
5.00
Chickens poultry Araucana chickens - Advert 3
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Araucana chickens

Chickens

8 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

Beautiful Araucana hens available!! These blue egg layers are available in black at £25 each, but also in Lavender, Splashed and Blue at £30 each! Lots of other fancy breeds available! Make sure you

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St NeotsCambridgeshire
5.00
Chickens poultry Beautiful Brahma cross cockerel  - Advert 4
3

Beautiful Brahma cross cockerel

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£5Price

Smirnoff is a beautiful cross brahma cockerel. He is unfortunately not getting on with his brother so he needs to find a flock of his own. He is a big boy so probably best better in a home without sma

WisbechCambridgeshire
Chickens poultry Mixture of hens and cockerels - Advert 5
16

Mixture of hens and cockerels

Chickens

8 monthsAge
MixedSex
£15Price

A mixture of hens including Bantams light Sussex and copper marans, at a variety of ages but most of them have just started laying. The hens are £15 and the cockerels are £12 or they can go as a trio

CambridgeCambridgeshire
Chickens poultry Warren point of lay Hens - Advert 6
3

Warren point of lay Hens

Chickens

9 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£12Price

Lovely clean birds Fully vaccinated and wormed Great egg layers 18 wks old £12 each Collection only PE13 area Grab yourself a bargain selling fast not many left now

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WisbechCambridgeshire

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.