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Lovely Chickens Poultry for sale in Tividale, West Midlands

12 Lovely Chickens Poultry for sale in Tividale, West Midlands

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 Olive/Blue Eggers Guaranteed Female  - Advert 1
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Olive/Blue Eggers Guaranteed Female

Chickens

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£17Price

💚BACK IN STOCK BLUE/OLIVE EGGERS💙 We really are on limited numbers of these lovely lot! They will lay a range of blue/olive eggs! 💙💚 Other breeds available please see other advents or check ou

LeicesterLeicester (38.7mi)
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Chickens poultry Pekin Bantam Hens in a range of colours  - Advert 2
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Pekin Bantam Hens in a range of colours

Chickens

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

We have some lovely Hens in stock at the moment, ranging from 8 weeks old to point of lay and priced at £20-35 depending on their age. All birds leave us vaccinated, wormed and treated for mites / l

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (31.5mi)
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Chickens poultry Female Chicks & Starter sets  - Advert 3
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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 (31.5mi)
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Chickens poultry Young Cockerel that needs a home  - Advert 4
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Young Cockerel that needs a home

Chickens

14 weeksAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Jasper was hatched in September. Unfortunately we have don’t have enough chickens for him to share with the other cockerels. He is a lovely little thing, just finding his voice. Can deliver him, jus

SandbachCheshire East (45.2mi)
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Chickens poultry Lovely Bantam Cockerel  - Advert 5
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Lovely Bantam Cockerel

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

🌟 Beautiful Bantam Cockerel – Silkie × Bantam Lacewing Wyandotte – £10 🌟 This handsome little bantam cockerel is looking for his new home! He’s a striking Silkie × Bantam Lacewing Wyandotte cross,

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EveshamWorcestershire (29.8mi)
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Chickens poultry Handsome Golden Cockerel – Medium Size - Advert 6
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Handsome Golden Cockerel – Medium Size

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

🌟 Gorgeous Golden Cockerel – Brown Ranger Hybrid × Silkie (from Golden Spangled Appenzeller Hen) – £10 – South Worcestershire 🌟 This stunning medium-sized young cockerel is ready for his new home.

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EveshamWorcestershire (29.8mi)
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Chickens poultry Super friendly Arlington White pure breed  - Advert 7
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Super friendly Arlington White pure breed

Chickens

15 weeksAge
MaleSex
£10Price

Lovely male rare breed Arlington White. Hand reared. Looking for the best home, starting to bicker with others.

WarwickWarwickshire (25.3mi)
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Chickens poultry Lovely warren hens, point of lay - Advert 8
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Lovely warren hens, point of lay

Chickens

6 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 (6.8mi)
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Chickens poultry Magnificent Bramha Cockerel - Advert 9
21

Magnificent Bramha Cockerel

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

A lovely snowy white Bramha cockerel. Very gentle, grand and would make a magnificent breeder. 6 months old.

Chipping NortonOxfordshire (45.1mi)
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Chickens poultry Pekin pullets, Silver/black, & Millefleur - Advert 10
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Pekin pullets, Silver/black, & Millefleur

Chickens

3 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

This is an APHA Registered, home bred flock. Beautiful, well grown Pekin pullets, hatched 10 & 18 August 2025, so strong, healthy birds. Running loose in out polytunnel. Silver/black Columbian type, a

StaffordStaffordshire (20.1mi)
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Chickens poultry Bantams and Pekins for sale - Advert 11
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Bantams and Pekins for sale

Chickens

8 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£35Price

We have a lovely selection of bantams and Pekins for sale. They are impeccable colour and bred by experienced breeders. Many different selections. Contact us to see what we have available at the momen

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ShifnalShropshire (17.4mi)
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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.