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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Due to bereavement we have 30 laying hens that are in need of re homing they are good layers and come with some mash/pellets. Thay can be seen anytime during the day and can be ready to collect with a days notice.

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Pekin bantams and light Sussex bantams available mix colours . Point of lay

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Point of lay Brahma hens available some amazing colours

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Ayam Cemani chicks available. They will be unsexed as they are too young and from dark Fibro birds. The parents have no leakage and are on quality feed and supplements. They are raised in a house with family and animals and handled daily. £20 each. Hatching next : Ayam Cemani Bcm (black copper Maran) Silkie Orpington’s Swedish flower hens Olive egger Cream legbar

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Fresh hatching eggs available from my mixed flock of Pekin’s and Silkies, some will be pure Pekin and Silkie and some will be Pekin x Silkie. Lovely mix of colours. They will be collected fresh to or

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Malaysian Serama fresh hatching eggs These tiny beautiful chickens have lots of personality They are amazing and so simple to Look after All of the eggs we post are freshly Laid X 6 eggs are £

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3 beautiful American Miniature Silkie chickens. One is a Cockerell but not sure which one Two grey and black flecked, One cream and brown. The cream one is smaller than the other 2. Must go together.

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large fowl hatched and hand raised along with four other chickens,only looking to rehome him since we don’t have enough hens for two roos (free to a good home / experienced chicken owner)

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4 week old cream legbars available. From high quality birds. Guaranteed female Also 1 welbar female available (4x weeks)

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Lots of canaries . Mixed colours available Good healthy canaries , this years breeds ,Sheffield s35 ****************** Price each .

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Ayam cemani Roosters pets they show some leakage but are a lovely addition to any flock stunning colouration. Great for adding blank to any flocks. Black meat birds

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* UPDATE 27th JAN X3 LEFT NOW* ( plse no time wasters READ THE ADVERT ITS ALL INFO IS THERE! Honest buyers only will be replyed to! Newly hatched chick's for 2026 .. Hatched 2nd January 2026..

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I am looking to rehome my flock of 25 girls and 3 boys due to ill health this is not a easy to do so please no time wasters

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Silkie bantam hen lovely natured Will take food out your hands looking for new home. Lovely ball of fluff

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I have a small number of silkie chicks available. 3 left available 1 partridge showgirl 1 partridge standard 1 white with pale ginger head standard All are unsexed Collection from Bunny, Nottingham.

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Copper French Maran eggs for sale nice size coloured eggs off black and blue birds pick up preferred 25 pound a dozen

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We have a variety numbers point of lay chickens for sale , they are all mix breeds We are base in Stockpot Cheshire Please feel free to contact us for more information ************ Thank you All o

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Welcome to The Inchems Pet Poultry Breeder (the Inghams — named by our son 💛). We offer family-friendly chick starter bundles, perfect for families wanting to begin their backyard chicken journey wi

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I'm selling 10 of my almost every day laying eggs. These are 18 months old and currently laying almost every day. Collection in M98.. £20 each.

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14 week old lavender pekins friendly birds. We are registered with APHA and Defra. A trio is a cockerel and two hens.

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I have 3 silkie cross hens, great broody hens. Also available are 3 blue eggs laying hens at 8 month. I am APHA and CPH registered.

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I have 3 silkie chickens for sale. 2 male and 1 female. Female just started laying eggs. Very friendly. Just over 7 months old. I sell them together no separating them.

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Up for sale I have lavender pekin bantams at point of lay Hens Hens £25 each Cocks £10 each Really friendly bird great for beginners

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We are reluctantly looking for a new home for our 2 chickens, they are 4 years old and lay beautiful blue eggs.
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.