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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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Chickens poultry Serama chicks  - Advert 1
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Serama chicks

Chickens

1 weekAge
MixedSex
£8Price

Week old chicks , still need heat , lovely little birds - worlds smallest chicken breed Parents can be seen as they are family pets

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Chester-le-StreetCounty Durham (4.3mi)
Chickens poultry Friendly Adult Cockrell  - Advert 2
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Friendly Adult Cockrell

Chickens

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Cockrell looking for new home good with hens but we have decided to only keep one cockrell rather than two. Collection only or delivery within 5 miles of ripon.

RiponNorth Yorkshire (48.7mi)
Chickens poultry Barred Plymouth Rock Pullets - Advert 3
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Barred Plymouth Rock Pullets

Chickens

2 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£10Price

3 Barred Plymouth Rock pullets for sale Hatched end of feb. Currently still on heat, eating and drinking well. From what I can tell at this age I have 3 females available, males also available. Wil

RichmondCounty Durham (31.6mi)
Chickens poultry Barred Plymouth Rock hatching eggs - Advert 4
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Barred Plymouth Rock hatching eggs

Chickens

1 weekAge
MixedSex
£0Price

High quality Barred Plymouth Rock hatching eggs from healthy, well maintained breeding stock. Barred Plymouth rocks are a dual purpose breed, known for its beautiful black and white feathers, friend

RichmondCounty Durham (31.6mi)
Chickens poultry White silkie day olds chicks beautiful healthy  - Advert 5
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White silkie day olds chicks beautiful healthy

Chickens

6 daysAge
MixedSex
£8Price

Eating and drinking fine day olds white silkies £8 each I also have 2x week old white silkies £8 each All unsexed and require heat until 6 weeks old

MiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough (20.6mi)
Chickens poultry Baby Chickens 6 Copper Maran - Advert 6
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Baby Chickens 6 Copper Maran

Chickens

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£18Price

6 Gorgeous Mixed breeds chicks. Born on the 1st March. Happy, healthy and friendly. Collection from Upleatham

RedcarRedcar and Cleveland (22.9mi)
Chickens poultry Egg laying Hens for sale - Advert 7
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Egg laying Hens for sale

Chickens

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£15Price

For Sale: 2 x Beautiful 6-Month-Old Blacktail Hens – Perfect Pets & Excellent Layers! Looking for friendly, easy-to-keep hens that will make great additions to your garden and provide you with plenty

MiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough (20.6mi)
Chickens poultry Serama hen and roo pair - Advert 8
2

Serama hen and roo pair

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£60Price

Now sold. So have started a waiting list please message if interested will have hatching eggs also available shortly

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MiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough (20.6mi)
5.0
Chickens poultry Buff orpington chicks day old to 4 weeks old - Advert 9
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Buff orpington chicks day old to 4 weeks old

Chickens

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

We have day old buff Orpingtons up to 4 weeks old buff Orpingtons these are all unsexed Picture of parents in pictures We also have various pekin and usa silkie chicks hatching daily too inbox f

MiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough (20.6mi)
Chickens poultry 2 x Laying chickens - Advert 10
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2 x Laying chickens

Chickens

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

One leghorn, one hybrid crested rock hen both fantastic layers. Only selling due to a change in personal circumstances. They are two lovely chickens who come running out to see you when they hear you.

SpennymoorCounty Durham (10.9mi)
Chickens poultry Quad of silkie x  - Advert 11
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Quad of silkie x

Chickens

11 monthsAge
MixedSex
£70Price

Quad of silkie x birds, 3 hens (pure silkies) and 1 cock (silkie x pekin) used to breed broodys. All good birds, move forces house sale. Pm offers

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HartlepoolHartlepool (14.5mi)

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?

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.