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Quote: Yes, they definitely can live for quite a while! I've seen them live these lifespans myself (well, I started keeping chickens just under thirteen years ago so not more than that), so I can attest that it's definitely true! Of course sometimes a bird just dies suddenly/unexpectedly when...

In my experience, standard laying breeds live 6-9 years (but usually more on the 6-7 end), and bantams about 9-15 years. I have two hens that are going on thirteen, my third hen who was going on thirteen passed away the other day. The other two are healthy as can be, though. I've heard that...