

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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Unrelated Light Sussex pure breed Cockerel and hens pullets and chicks for sale . Dual purpose heritage chicken . Large size,not smaller bantam Sussex widely available. Perfect for the table . Breedin
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Stunning birds with their beautiful, intricate laced feathers Defra registered We can do meet ups if needed
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I have 6 lavender pekin pullets, approx 10-12 weeks old. Dont have to go together. £30 each
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Strong healthy cockerels choice of 4, hand reared, naturally incubated by our own hens, tame, friendly and calm
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6 week old Serama male Soon to come off heat has started to go outside for few hours when warm Will mix with anything Collection bugle
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Lovely Pair of black copper Marans will take an offer as need them gone for space This years hatch Collection from st Austell
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*pending collection* Beautiful trio, looking for a good home. Reluctant sale as they are very pretty but not suitable for my needs. Boy is fertile and good to his hens. Been around kids since very you
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A trio of game birds 1 cockerel and 2 hens The hens have are laying. Great little breeding group selling due to cutting down on our breeding groups
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2 beautiful Rhode Island Reds cockerels for sale – 5 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
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Pretty bantam cockerel needs a new home. We already have one cockerel so he needs somewhere else to live.
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🖤Elegant, active and full of character, Silver Campines are a stunning traditional breed with striking silver-white plumage and beautiful black barring. They are lively, curious birds Defra register
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4 adult bantams- a trio of lavender Pekins plus a bantam mix hen. Ideally to go together. £40 Also various youngsters- 3 pure lavender, 3 mixed black speckled £5 each
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Looking for some new feathered friends? We have a selection of Millefleurs Pekin Bantams and Silkies looking for new homes. Millefleurs Pekin Bantams • 2 point-of-lay hens • 2 roosters Silkies • 3
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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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This year's breed. Bantams. Healthy and beautiful. Surplus to requirements. Take your pick as they all have to go from.my garden.
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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.