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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Day old mixed breed LF. £4 each, preferably as a group. Unsexed. Rooster (dad) is a silver laced Wyandotte. Based outskirts of Truro. Possibly two cream legbar cross Wyandotte girls. £20 for the lot
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3 beautiful cockerels for sale – 4 months old 🐓 Sadly, these lovely boys are looking for new homes. We bought a group of five at auction without knowing their sex, and it turns out three are males,
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Available I have a beautiful selection of POL USA Silkie Pullets available. All colours, Blue, white, gold, lemon, chocolate paint, partridge, black and blue mottled and some show girls. Also have c
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Chickens, Bovan hybrid laying hens. All females, Laying well, 15 months old. £5 each or 6 for £25. Please ask if you have any questions.
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Incubated and hand raised with only the best feed, these 5 orpington cockerels are ones out of 16 eggs that hatched but unfortunately I have too many males so I need to find a good home for these 5.
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I have some really sweet White crested black cockrels, this years hatch. Would make lovely pairs. Collection St Stephen, can discuss delivery depending of fuel cost
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3 hens available and 1 cockerel all Wyandotte cross Brahma breed. Beautiful colours and due to start laying. Cockerel only £10.00 Hens £25.00
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Three hens about 3 months old Hybrid cross brahmas. Great for people who want chickens in a smaller area.