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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We are able to offer spare hatching eggs from our flocks of Large Fowl Cochins They’re now on the Rare Breeds list. Super friendly big giants. Also sometimes we’ll have chicks of various ages wh

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Unsexed, Day old , eating and drinking well . Mother is my Pekin hen who is lovely and friendly . Still need heat . Loving homes only . Price per chick

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Day old chicks , eating and drinking well . Still need a heat plate . Lovely colours . Loving homes only . Price per chick

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🐥 Pair of Brahma Chicks – Male & Female 🐥 Beautiful pair of Brahma chicks available – one male and one female. Healthy, well-grown, and full of character. These are a lovely large, gentle breed know

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12 Barred Plymouth Rock chicks. Hatched 01/04/2026, will require heat for the first 6-8 weeks. Unsexed. £10 each or £100 for them all. Located 10 minutes from the A66, near Barnard Castle. Can deliv

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🥚 Mixed Silkie Hatching Eggs – Pack of 6 🥚 Beautiful selection of 6 mixed Silkie hatching eggs available from healthy, well-cared-for birds. Silkies are known for their fluffy plumage, friendly nat

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I have a lovely big pair of shamos looking for a new shed 🏠 I'm in bishop Auckland please contact me ************

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Hatched & Reared by ourselves - 4 Cockerels and 1 Hen - Charming, small "true bantam" chickens. Docile friendly nature and striking plumage.

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Lavender pekin cockerels for sale, I have 2 males that I need to find a good home, £25 Cash / collection only :) Message me for any more details

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3 hens running with 1 cockeral , lovely birds. First lot in the incubator candled with 100% fertility

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Available from April 20th Some chicks in photo are reserved. Mainly blacks ledt now. All hand held daily. SPENNYMOOR. UK

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5 Unsexed quail chicks, they are still under heat, eating and drinking well. Hatched 29th March (Back available) £9 each £35 for all 5 unsexed chicks Pilkie x serama (4 left) £10 each or all for

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Quality Point of lay pullets available Priced at £18 each Collection from Near Ambleside (Cumbria)

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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

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Beautiful bantem boy Jude (around 8-12 month old) is looking for a new home. We rescued Jude late November of 2025 and have since been looking after him. Due to recent changes in circumstances we’re m
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.