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Brown Chickens Poultry for sale in Stone, Staffordshire

7 Brown Chickens Poultry for sale in Stone, Staffordshire

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 Hybrid Hens for Sale - Advert 1
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Hybrid Hens for Sale

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

Hybrid Hens for Sale – Fully Vaccinated We have a great selection of Hybrid Hens available for Sale; Aracana Leghorn - Olive Egg - £35 Cream Legbar - Blue Egg - £35 Cooper Maran - Dark Brown Egg - £

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ShifnalShropshire (19.4mi)
Chickens poultry Trio of naked neck silkie cross bufford brown - Advert 2
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Trio of naked neck silkie cross bufford brown

Chickens

11 weeksAge
MixedSex
£35Price

I have a very sweet trio of bufford brown cross with my naked neck silkie cockerel. Handled daily so very friendly. There's a brown naked neck roo and two hens (1 brown naked neck 1 black standard)

NottinghamNottingham (41.1mi)
Chickens poultry Point of lay Olive, Blue & Dark Brown egg layers - Advert 3
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Point of lay Olive, Blue & Dark Brown egg layers

Chickens

5 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 (34.7mi)
Chickens poultry 25 brown hens - Advert 4
11

25 brown hens

Chickens

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£13Price

Hi, 25 brown hens available. Some fat, some small, some medium Most are laying/POL. Any questions just ask. £13 each Or £11 for 3

OldhamGreater Manchester (43.6mi)
Chickens poultry Lovely warren hens, point of lay - Advert 5
3

Lovely warren hens, point of lay

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£18Price

Friendly brown warrens, very easy to look after, great layers. They will be laying in the next month.

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BirminghamWest Midlands (31.4mi)
Chickens poultry Burford Hens at point of lay  - Advert 6
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Burford Hens at point of lay

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

These Burford hens are at point of lay and fully vaccinated. Wonderful natured birds who lay lovely dark brown eggs. £30 each discounts on more than 6 Lots of other ready to lay hens in stock now to

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (34.7mi)

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.