Chickens Poultry for sale
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.
7Pekin polish chicks Unsexed pure breed
Chickens
Pure breed Pekin and polish chicks available. Need heat and brooder set up. Unsexed. Other poultry available. More chicks and ducklings due to hatch. Polish £15 pekins £10
41Silkie chick
Chickens
Beautiful grey silky chick for sale very friendly had to get rid of because not enough room in the cage for them to all have room
6Pekin polish barnyard mix chicks
Chickens
4 weeks old. Still under heat. Very friendly as they have been handled a lot. One (yellow/grey) is Polish and the other (black/yellow) is mix.
43 Gingernut ranger boys
Chickens
I’ve got 3 gingernut ranger boys for sale, they are a crossbreed of Rhode Island Red and light Sussex. They are a very tameable and affectionate breed who grow to be mid sized. I was given them after
5Warren hens hybrids chickens
Chickens
Warren hens £15 each Hybrids available £40 each or 3 for £100. Turkeys, ducks, chicks available too Wimborne, BH21 4JE
4Mixed Pekin Bantam Hatching Eggs
Chickens
Mixed Bantam Hatching Eggs We have a large flock of mixed pekin bantams in North Dorset. These are fantastic chickens and good egg layers. The most recent fertility test showed a strong 90% success r
4Pekin bantam hens
Chickens
4 pekin bantams left Point of lay Other poultry available £50 each Collection from Wimborne, BH21 4JE
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?
Do poultry chickens lay eggs?
Why can't male chickens be used for meat in egg-laying breeds?
