Did Celtic farms have chickens in them?

It's unlikely that Celtic farms had chickens in the way we understand them today. Here's why:

* Chickens weren't domesticated in Europe until later: The domestication of chickens is believed to have originated in Southeast Asia, likely around 1500 BCE. They gradually spread across Asia and didn't reach Europe until much later, likely during the Roman Empire. The Celts were a civilization flourishing in Europe long before this.

* The Celtic period: The Celtic period spanned a vast timeframe, from the Iron Age (roughly 800 BCE) to the Roman conquest of Gaul (58 BCE), and even beyond that in some areas. This means we're talking about a significant span of time with varying agricultural practices.

* Focus on livestock: The Celts were primarily pastoralists, with cattle, sheep, pigs, and goats being their most important livestock. These animals provided food, clothing, and other necessities.

However, there's a possibility of some kind of early chicken presence:

* Limited trade: While not fully domesticated, some evidence suggests that chickens may have been introduced to Europe via trade with the Romans or Greeks. These chickens might have been kept in small numbers, perhaps more as a novelty or for occasional consumption.

* Archaeological evidence: There are some archaeological finds in Celtic regions that have been interpreted as possible evidence of early chicken presence. However, this evidence is limited and open to interpretation.

In conclusion: While it's uncertain if chickens were a common sight on Celtic farms, it's more likely they were absent or present only in very small numbers, possibly as a result of trade or rare introductions. The focus of Celtic agriculture was primarily on cattle, sheep, and other livestock.