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.
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Chick's for sale
Chickens
4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£5Price
I have 12, 5 week old chick's that are looking for a loving home. The chick's are hybrids and are a mix of boy and girl. The chick's will lay beautiful brown eggs and will grow up to be a snowy white
Saxmundham, Suffolk (28.6mi)
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Day old chicks various breeds
Chickens
2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£0Price
Day old rainbow eggs layers Hatching all year round Mostly unsexed Norwich based Message me for more information
Norwich, Norfolk (18.2mi)
14
Hatching chicken eggs
Chickens
10 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price
Eggs are from young healthy birds. You will receive pack of six eggs from cuckoo maran hens that are dual purpose and lay speckled brown eggs and our olive eggers, cream legbars cross cuckoo maran c
Norwich, Norfolk (18.2mi)
ADVANCED
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Young chick
Chickens
5 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£5Price
Young chicks Three weeks old All hens £5 each at the moment Will need heat lamp Can call for any info
Thetford, Norfolk (43.1mi)
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Pekin bantams
Chickens
9 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£15Price
UPDATE: THERE ARE NO MORE LEFT UNTIL LATER ON IN THE YEAR WHEN MORE HAVE HATCHED. Pekin Bantam hens various colours and sizes Cokerals available too £15 each Collection near Longstratton NR15
Norwich, Norfolk (18.2mi)
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Stunning Brahma Boys
Chickens
1 yearAge
MaleSex
£30Price
Stunning boys, come from show stock but unfortunately unable to keep them as our Cockerel to Hen ratio is now unbalanced. Super gentle and friendly. Have been raised with other Chicken, Cockerels, Dog
Attleborough, Norfolk (30.5mi)
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?
