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But you can order baby chickens to be shipped from a poultry hatchery through the mail, too. This is a great way to find some unusual breeds or varieties.

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It's one of the most popular exhibits at the Museum of Science and Industry: the cute, fuzzy baby chicks.

And once they’re laying, some chickens produce an egg every 24-30 hours or so; other breeds lay only two or three eggs a week. So be wise in selecting breeds. Lastly, know your own limits.