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Rhode Island Red, often abbreviated as RIR or simply Reds, is a popular breed known for its robust nature and prolific egg-laying abilities. Originating in the United States, these hens have deep red plumage, strong build, and are hardy birds. They are known for their calm yet energetic temperament, making them suitable for both beginners and experienced poultry keepers. Another well-loved breed is the Orpington, sometimes called Orps, which originated in England. Orpingtons are large birds with soft, fluffy plumage, usually in buff, black, or blue, and are known as "gentle giants" due to their docile and friendly nature. Their suitability ranges from backyard pets to small-scale egg production. Then there are Silkies, nicknamed Silkens, famous for their unique fluffy feathers that feel like silk, black skin, and calm disposition, making them excellent pets. They originate from Asia and are smaller with unusual looks, which makes them popular in the UK as ornamental poultry. These breeds cover a range of poultry needs, from high productivity to pet suitability, with varying care requirements to thrive in the UK climate.

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Hatching egg La Bresse pure breed DUAL purpose

Hens

2 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£3Price

Can order directly and easy online. For T&C's more details please visit website where you will have all your questions answered, availability, location, posting, etc For more details please buy eg

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KidwellyCarmarthenshire
Hens poultry Pekin bantam Hatching eggs and chicks  - Advert 2
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Pekin bantam Hatching eggs and chicks

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Due in 1 weekAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Day old chicks (next batch hatching 1st May) Hatching eggs I have a lavender and ginger cockerel in with a black, ginger and bobtail hens (see photos). Mixture of colours expected. Collection f

AshbourneDerbyshire
Hens poultry Light Sussex Hatching Eggs x6 - Advert 3
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Light Sussex Hatching Eggs x6

Hens

1 weekAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Hatching eggs only. We don’t have hens or chicks for sale. Can post these eggs out which will be sent in polystyrene packaging via Royal Mail. Please get in touch if you wish to purchase. Collection w

BelperDerbyshire
Hens poultry Various hens  - Advert 4
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Various hens

Hens

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£40Price

I have some hens available all laying, includes french copper maran, bluebell, legbar, and some hybrids that lay blue/green eggs I do also have a french copper black cockerel for a trio and I also h

WareHertfordshire
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Hens poultry Mixed eggs available  - Advert 5
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Mixed eggs available

Hens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£16Price

6 or 12 mixed eggs available at all times if your looking for bigger bundles please just message and will get back to you as soon as possible Postage is available to all Uk These come from mixed bree

UmberleighDevon
Hens poultry Tiny silkied serama hatching eggs - Advert 6
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Tiny silkied serama hatching eggs

Hens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£24Price

These tea cup hens are so adorable. This listing is for 6 hatching eggs and I can post or deliver for a fee.

LeicesterLeicester
Hens poultry Point of lay Chickens for sale - Advert 7
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Point of lay Chickens for sale

Hens

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£17Price

Lohman Browns, White Star, Light Sussex, Bluebells, Soeckledys, black tails, rhode rocks, dark eggs layers, blue egg layers, Brahma, Bantams....from £17 each. All Female, All Vaccinated. 17-25 weeks

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FAQs

Is a hen a poultry?

Yes, a hen is a type of poultry; specifically, it is an adult female chicken, which is commonly raised for meat and egg production.

Are female chickens called hens?

Yes, female chickens are called hens once they reach sexual maturity and begin laying eggs, usually around 18 to 20 weeks of age.

Can hens lay eggs without a rooster?

Yes, hens can lay eggs without a rooster present; however, those eggs will be unfertilized and will not develop into chicks, as a rooster is only required for fertilized eggs.

What are the best laying hens to buy?

Popular breeds known for good egg production include hybrids like the Golden Comet, as well as well-established breeds such as Rhode Island Reds and Leghorns; the best choice depends on your climate, egg preferences, and whether you want hens for eggs only or also for meat.