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Eggs Chickens Poultry for sale in Telford, Shropshire

6 Eggs Chickens Poultry for sale in Telford, Shropshire

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 Female Chicks & Starter sets  - Advert 1
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Female Chicks & Starter sets

Chickens

3 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£12Price

We have a lovely bunch of coloured egg laying Chicks available now. These are Guaranteed Females and available in the following breeds Copper Blue Maran (dark brown eggs) Skyline Olive layers Skyli

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (46.1mi)
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Chickens poultry Cream legbars  - Advert 2
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Cream legbars

Chickens

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

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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DeesideFlintshire (41.2mi)
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Chickens poultry Large, Black Araucana, trio or Pullets available. - Advert 3
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Large, Black Araucana, trio or Pullets available.

Chickens

15 weeksAge
MixedSex
£25Price

I have a trio, consisting of an unrelated Black Cockerel with 2 pullets, or possibly 4 pullets as required, from very well bred, show quality parents. These are placid birds, which will lay beautiful

StaffordStaffordshire (16mi)
0 reviews
Chickens poultry Point of lay Olive, Blue & Dark Brown egg layers - Advert 4
1

Point of lay Olive, Blue & Dark Brown egg layers

Chickens

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

These hens are all at point of lay and fully vaccinated, great laying breeds who lay some interesting coloured eggs. £30 each with discounts on 6 or more birds. All of our stock is on view for you

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (46.1mi)
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Chickens poultry Chickens for sale - Advert 5
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Chickens for sale

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MixedSex
£18Price

Various breeds of chickens for sale, male and female. None are old enough to be laying yet but are good layers once they start! The chicks should lay green and blue eggs💚💙 The white leg bars should

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DerbyDerby (44.1mi)
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Chickens poultry Trio of Bantam Orpington’s  - Advert 6
3

Trio of Bantam Orpington’s

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MixedSex
£135Price

Fantastic pets, layers, or breeding birds. Out of award winning strains. Friendly birds, lay a medium egg. Orpington bantams of this quality are hard to come by. The male is very friendly and shows n

LeominsterHerefordshire (35.4mi)
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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.