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Beau Chickens Poultry for sale in Wallington, Greater London

8 Beau Chickens Poultry for sale in Wallington, Greater London

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 Pekin bantam hens - Advert 1
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Pekin bantam hens

Chickens

7 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

Selection of stunning pekin bantam hens looking for new homes, in good condition, some bred spring 2025 some 2024. All beautiful colours!! Will add more photos Cockrels also available free.

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Leighton BuzzardCentral Bedfordshire (44.4mi)
Chickens poultry Cockerel pure silkie breed - Advert 2
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Cockerel pure silkie breed

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

It is with a heavy heart that I am needing to find this fine young gentleman a new home. I hatched him myself, he comes in the house and is very good with his ladies. My neighbours aren’t impressed w

RochesterMedway (28.4mi)
Chickens poultry Seramas  - Advert 3
6

Seramas

Chickens

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

Beautiful seramas last years hatch, laying beautiful little white eggs £25 each, have a cockerel if you wanted a trio

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DunstableCentral Bedfordshire (39.6mi)
Chickens poultry Bearded Silkie fertilised eggs  - Advert 4
5

Bearded Silkie fertilised eggs

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Fertile Bearded Silkie Eggs We’re pleased to offer fertile eggs from our bearded Silkie flock. Orders of up to 6 eggs will be laid and collected within 48 hours of postage or your arranged collection

ReadingBerkshire (36.3mi)
Chickens poultry A Golden Bantam Rooster and a gentleman - Advert 5
11

A Golden Bantam Rooster and a gentleman

Chickens

2 yearsAge
MaleSex
£20Price

A beautiful bantam rooster, with golden plummage. He is a gentleman and a good father. He has two lovely hens and 6 baby roosters about 3 months old. The baby roosters are optional to purchase along w

TwickenhamGreater London (10mi)
Chickens poultry Barred Rock Rooster - Advert 6
11

Barred Rock Rooster

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

We’re looking to rehome our beautiful, healthy rooster as he’s outgrown his current environment at school and has become too large (and a little too protective!) to keep safely with us. He’s a stunni

WokinghamBerkshire (29.7mi)
Chickens poultry Pekin bantam hens - Advert 7
4

Pekin bantam hens

Chickens

FemaleSex
£15Price

Hi I hatched a few Pekin bantams this year under broodie bantam hens. I have quite a few black and some blue. They are beautiful and healthy hens from a mixed flock of pekins. I have various age

FelthamGreater London (12.7mi)

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.