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Chickens Poultry for sale in Fakenham, Norfolk

10 Chickens Poultry for sale in Fakenham, Norfolk

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 Polish bantam cockerel  - Advert 1
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Polish bantam cockerel

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Polish bantam cockerel. Free to good home, as neighbours complaining and we have to re-home it. Free of charge

PeterboroughPeterborough (49.1mi)
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Chickens poultry Young KO pairs  - Advert 2
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Young KO pairs

Chickens

10 weeksAge
MixedSex
£80Price

Kings Lynn Collection only Sold in pairs Nice young birds Wheaton set also available Pm me for more

King's LynnNorfolk (19.5mi)
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Chickens poultry Hen looking for new homes  - Advert 3
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Hen looking for new homes

Chickens

1 yearAge
MixedSex
£3Price

Bovan brown and hybrid hens looking for new homes. All lay large eggs and very healthy. Message me for more information. We are Near Boston Lincolnshire

BostonLincolnshire (38mi)
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Chickens poultry Handsome Cockerel For sale - Advert 4
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Handsome Cockerel For sale

Chickens

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£1Price

Our beautiful and handsome cockerel needs a new home. He is very gentle to hens and children. We’re moving home and can’t take him. He cockado’s just a little in the morning and it’s a lovely sound.

StowmarketSuffolk (44.7mi)
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Chickens poultry Roosters - Advert 5
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Roosters

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

3 beautiful roosters are looking for new homes. Young roosters trying to crow. Small, suitable for yard decoration.

PeterboroughPeterborough (49.1mi)
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Chickens poultry Shamo aseel.  - Advert 6
53

Shamo aseel.

Chickens

1 yearAge
MixedSex
£100Price

Brazilian Shamo aseel Very beautiful, healthy and quality hen. Shamo hen is £100. Bengam aseel cockerel is 10 months old. Very healthy. Good quality hen and cockerel. Cockerel £130

PeterboroughPeterborough (49.1mi)
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Chickens poultry Roosters - Advert 7
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Roosters

Chickens

3 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

One rooster left, he is a big beautiful boy around 4months old now. He really needs his own girls ❤️

NorwichNorfolk (23.3mi)
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Chickens poultry Chickens, young pullets and brown hens - Advert 8
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Chickens, young pullets and brown hens

Chickens

13 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£8Price

Gold line pullets. 8 weeks old, Female. Beautiful colours, blonde/cream/gold. healthy and vaccinated. Excellent layers. Eight pounds each.Also available , 10 brown hens age 12 months . Still laying t

WisbechCambridgeshire (31mi)
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Chickens poultry Warren point of lay Hens - Advert 9
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Warren point of lay Hens

Chickens

8 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£12Price

Lovely clean birds Fully vaccinated and wormed Great egg layers 18 wks old £12 each Collection only PE13 area Grab yourself a bargain selling fast not many left now

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WisbechCambridgeshire (31mi)
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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.