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 Available 🐓 🐔6 Copper Black Marans - £35 each 🐔3 Copper Blue Marans - SOLD 🐔2 Pairs of Rhode Island Reds (Related) - £40 each pair 🐔1 Pair of Buff Orpingtons (Not Related) - £40

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Rhode Island Red pullets point of lay. Nice docile breed we are wanting £25 each. We are also selling cockerels.

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I currently have some cream legbar hens (cockerals also available) about 16 weeks of age these are pure breed that I have hatching so unfortunately not Vaccinated Blue egg layer about 220 eggs a ye

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They are very lovely 5 hens they are very healthy laying eggs and breeding eggs every day. Very healthy 1 roo with amazing feathers. Please bring own box or containers thanks

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Beautiful 17 wk old as of 27/11 cockerell a pure breed beauty. I would keep him but unfortunately cant in my area. Not crowing yet but wld like him to find a new home before he does. Gentle and scared

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I’m looking to rehome two healthy, 1-year-old Brahma roosters due to a noise complaint. These gentle giants are calm, friendly, and a beautiful addition to any flock. Details: Age: 1 year old Breed

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For Sale/adoption. Assumed cockerel. Hatched 12 weeks ago on 9th September. Hatched from hybrid eggs

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If ur looking for some back yard chickens look no further! We have some beautiful Pekin BANTAM hens, POL hens and cockerels available in lots of different colours and breeds from Bobtails, Frizzles to

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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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❤️❤️ B A N T A M C H I C K E N S ❤️❤️ Super cute Pilkies - Silkies x Pekins - gorgeous birds, friendly and chilled out, great little birds, only got this batch arriving next week - when they are

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Pure breed speckled Sussex pair, 12 weeks old, growers off heat. Friendly and good natured suitable for children and first time chicken keepers NOT POINT OF LAY One cockrel and one hen COLLECTION ONLY
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.