A young chicken is called a chick. Chicks are newly hatched chickens and typically stay with their mother hen for warmth and protection during their early days. They are covered in soft down feathers and are highly dependent on parental care for survival. As they grow, they transition into pullets (female chickens) or cockerels (male chickens) before reaching adulthood. Chickens are important in agriculture and are raised for their meat and eggs, making chicks a vital part of poultry farming. They undergo several growth stages before becoming mature chickens ready for production.