How long do chickens live?

Answer 1

With proper care and nutrition the average chicken can live from eight to ten years, with empirical exceptions running to 12 and 15 years. Breed and strain also play a part in the lifespan of a chicken, as well as the quality of their food, care, and environment.

Answer 2

Most breeds mature rather quickly. From hatch to laying age is usually around 4 to 5 months. A few breeds take up to 8 months before laying eggs but they are not prolific egg layers anyway. A chicken is called a pullet until it is one year old and after that is considered a mature hen.

Answer 3

Well cared for hens can live up to and beyond 12 years. The normal lifespan of a farm hen is about 6 to 8 years but pet hens get the best individual treatment and often outlive their barnyard cousins.

Answer 4

Hens can live for about 6-ish years if you let it live that long. They only lay for about a year or two so you might want to kill the poor thing around that time.

Answer 5

On average, chickens can live 5 to 10 years, depending on their breed and quality of care. Some chickens have been known to live up to 15 years or more under optimal conditions.

Answer 6

How long does it take for a hen to mature