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Silkies Chickens Poultry for sale in Wakefield, West Yorkshire

8 Silkies Chickens Poultry for sale in Wakefield, West 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 Silkie chicks  - Advert 1
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Silkie chicks

Chickens

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£12Price

Manchester Poultry People 🐣 Chicks hatching weekly! 🐣 We have a beautiful selection of quality chicks available, with new hatches every week. Currently available: • Ayam Cemani • Silkies (vario

ManchesterGreater Manchester (33.4mi)
Chickens poultry Various chickens - Advert 2
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Various chickens

Chickens

11 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

For sale various chickens. Silkies. White, black, gold, cuckoo, lavender. Lavender pekins bantam. Rhode Island Red large fowl. Buff Orpington large fowl. Lavender Orpington large fowl. All chick

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BurnleyLancashire (31.2mi)
Chickens poultry Two Cockerel for Sale  - Advert 3
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Two Cockerel for Sale

Chickens

9 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

I have two cockerel for sale both 9mths old love the ladies One is a white leghorn horn cross and he is the largest one in pictures and is black with some blue showing though The other little cha

WarringtonWarrington (49.4mi)
Chickens poultry 3 & 7 week Silkie chicks 🤍✨ - Advert 4
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3 & 7 week Silkie chicks 🤍✨

Chickens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

2 x 3 week old silkie chicks £10 1 x 7 week old blue silkie chick (off heat) -£20 🐥 About Silkies: ✨ Incredibly soft, fluffy “silk-like” feathers ✨ Sweet, calm, and friendly personalities ✨ Great

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GlossopDerbyshire (24.6mi)
Chickens poultry White silkies - Advert 5
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White silkies

Chickens

10 monthsAge
MixedSex
£30Price

White silkies mix of hen and cocks I can’t tell for definite which are hens and cocks but I can sort of tell which might be which only for sale because I am starting to get over run by them. Will sel

High PeakDerbyshire (32.1mi)
Chickens poultry PREORDER🤎🤍Day old USA Silkie Chicks (25/12) 🤍🤎 - Advert 6
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PREORDER🤎🤍Day old USA Silkie Chicks (25/12) 🤍🤎

Chickens

6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£12Price

Preorder: Next hatches due 20th and 21st of January. beautiful pure bred silkies, all chicks unsexed . Message for more details. Next to hatch: 🐣 Silkies 🐣Ayam Cemanis 🐣 Orpingtons Follow D

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GlossopDerbyshire (24.6mi)
Chickens poultry Pair of silkies  - Advert 7
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Pair of silkies

Chickens

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£50Price

8 months old Lovely hens Gold in colour, one slightly darker than the rest One pair (cockeral and hen) Also one cockeral available Collection tickhill

DoncasterSouth Yorkshire (18.6mi)
Chickens poultry Silkie chicks  - Advert 8
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Silkie chicks

Chickens

10 weeksAge
MixedSex
£8Price

We have hatched a batch of silkie chicks. Defra registered promises. These birds are perfect for your backgarden as they are smaller and great to interact with children. Silkies are little bundles of

PickeringNorth Yorkshire (48.8mi)

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.