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Silkie Chickens Poultry for sale in Whitstable, Kent

10 Silkie Chickens Poultry for sale in Whitstable, Kent

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.

Chickens poultry Silkie, polish frizzle  looking for rehome  - Advert 1
13

Silkie, polish frizzle looking for rehome

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Lovely Silkie, Polish polish padovana ,polish frizzle ,speckled sussex, chicks available, 13 weeks old.£30 for girls and £10 for boys Raised naturally on quality feed, healthy and well cared for. Fri

RomfordGreater London (40.2mi)
Chickens poultry Bantam hens at point of lay - Advert 2
8

Bantam hens at point of lay

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£35Price

Bantams hens 22 week old Fully vaccinated Recently wormed Breeds Pekins £35 black, lavender cuckoo, lavender, cuckoo Sablepoots £35 black, lavender cuckoo, porcelain Gold Dutch £35 USA si

Licensed Breeder
ColchesterEssex (38.9mi)
Chickens poultry Ready to go  silkie ,polish ,frizzle polish ,etc - Advert 3
15

Ready to go silkie ,polish ,frizzle polish ,etc

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£10Price

My gorgeous silkie ,polish ,frizzle polish ,mixed ,boys or girls in a pairs or individual .13 ,17 and 24 weeks old ,healthy diet ,accommodated outside ,on day time Price start with £10 for boys and £

RomfordGreater London (40.2mi)
Chickens poultry Silkie chicks  - Advert 4
9

Silkie chicks

Chickens

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

One day old silkie chicks. They will be going into their brooder today. Mum and dad are our backyard pets. Sex unknown, silkies are impossible to sex at this age.

RochesterMedway (22.8mi)
Chickens poultry Silkie Hatching eggs - Advert 5
10

Silkie Hatching eggs

Chickens

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£18Price

Silkie Hatching eggs, good fertility rates in incubator and under hen. My girls are still laying well Collection or Royal mail tracked postage for fee

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ColchesterEssex (38.9mi)
5.00
Chickens poultry Frazzler & silkie x pekin bantams - Advert 6
7

Frazzler & silkie x pekin bantams

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Cockeral frazzler is around 1 yrs old in his full prime. Cockeral silkie bantam white and Ginger. Ginger, silkie bantam. Sex unknown Speckally white, silkie bantam. Sex unknown Speckally black/brown.

ColchesterEssex (38.9mi)
Chickens poultry Mottled Wyandottes, Le Bresse, Pita Pintas  - Advert 7
14

Mottled Wyandottes, Le Bresse, Pita Pintas

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Silkie feathered serama hen with 3 araucana crossbreed chicks 8days old £40 18 week old Le Bresse cockerels and hens ready for processing or adding to your laying flock. Docile and entertaining breed

HeathfieldEast Sussex (42.3mi)
Chickens poultry Purebreed chicks available - Advert 8
2

Purebreed chicks available

Chickens

10 weeksAge
MixedSex
£12Price

Silkie, pekin and Orpington chicks available - these are now 2-3 weeks old and doing really well We also have adult hens and growers available in various breeds

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SevenoaksKent (36.5mi)
Chickens poultry Silkie Cockerels - Advert 9
2

Silkie Cockerels

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£20Price

Hi everyone, sadly we have to sell our beautiful cockerels due to space issues. They have been lovely chickens to us and hope they can be too for its next owners!

DagenhamGreater London (40.4mi)
Chickens poultry Silkie bantams - Advert 10
2

Silkie bantams

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Have 8 silkie bantam chicks about 2/3 months old and 3 fully grown silkie bantams too. Contact me for more information. Willing to deliver if multiple is bought.

WadhurstEast Sussex (35.6mi)

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.