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Male Chickens Poultry for sale in Rotherham, South Yorkshire

6 Male Chickens Poultry for sale in Rotherham, South Yorkshire

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 Pure white silky male- proven breeder.  - Advert 1
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Pure white silky male- proven breeder.

Chickens

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£20Price

Beautiful plumage, great temperament and fantastic breeder.. this boy has it all; looks, charm and virility.. would make a great addition to an all female coup but lives peacefully with other cockerel

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ChesterfieldDerbyshire (13.8mi)
Chickens poultry Orpington  - Advert 2
3

Orpington

Chickens

8 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price

Two stunning show quality birds great lines very friendly handle regular was hoping they was going to be girls already have a male starting to fight so need new homes this years hatch . £15 each one b

KnottingleyWest Yorkshire (19.7mi)
Chickens poultry Cream Legbar, Guinea Fowl, OEG Game, Naked Neck - Advert 3
6

Cream Legbar, Guinea Fowl, OEG Game, Naked Neck

Chickens

3 monthsAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Cream Legbar Females available x8 £25each Light Sussex Large Fowl x18 £25each Guinea Fowl mixed sexes x9 £20each can sex if given warning females now calling Buff Naked Neck bantams male and female

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YorkYork (38.5mi)
5.00
Chickens poultry 1 Male, blue and white budgie. - Advert 4
4

1 Male, blue and white budgie.

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£20Price

Here is my beautiful Male budgie, Looking for his forever home. He has a coats of blue, white, and black. He is 6 months old. Without cage 20 pounds, and with cage- 50 pounds. Collection in Dewsbury.

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DewsburyWest Yorkshire (21.1mi)
Chickens poultry Jersey giant male free - Advert 5
3

Jersey giant male free

Chickens

10 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

I have a jersey giant I need to get rid off he is a big bird we have him inside and outside would need collecting this week not sure on definite age but we had him from baby and is about a year old

Stoke-on-TrentStoke-on-Trent (45mi)
Chickens poultry Chickens for sale - Advert 6
15

Chickens for sale

Chickens

8 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 (35.4mi)

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.