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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Quartet of Aseel for sale 1 stag and 3 hens young healthy birds make a good start for someone getting into the game birds

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❤️❤️ NEW to Pilling Poultry Quality made Chicken Coops - made by people that understand chickens 4’ x 3’. £450 - 2 to 8 birds 6’ x 4’. £550 - 8 to 15 birds Other sizes can be made to order Made fr

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We have a Range of recycled coops available, all different sizes, for different amounts of chickens you have Available to view at Pilling Poultry, Lancashire, PR3 6SS The easy clean recycled plastic

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Crested Cream Legbars Well as per usual with us at Pilling Poultry instead of winding down, we are still mad busy 🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️ From a day old chick to 8 weeks old Growers to 18 week plus point of

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🐣 Silkie Chicks, Unsexed. 🥚 Next Hatch Date 17/1/26 📖 Follow North West Poultry on Facebook for updates.

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

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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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Hi, we have 2 pairs and 1 trio of Lavender Pekin Bantams Ages from April this year to 2 years old. Your welcome to come and view. Will sell separately.

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6 month old rooster - reluctant rehome. There is too much tension between our two boys. Beautiful gold laced polish rooster He likes to crow so rural home needed with free roaming

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I have 4 young cockerels available. They are currently around 7 weeks old. Incubated and raised from hatch. Each 1 different colours - can provide photos sir you can come and have a look.

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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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10 week old baby chicken, home grown, very active, eating well. Needs a new place. Not sure about their sex.
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.