Thailand Cockfighting (33 images)

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  • CHIANG MAI - MARCH 12 2006: Fighting cocks in Thailand are bred to be very aggressive, and will attack each other with out provocation. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI, Thailand - FEB 26 2006: The matches are held in all manner of buildings, from shanty shacks to upscale arenas. Here a beam of sunlight falls from a hole in the tin roof onto a rosters bloody beak. Fear over Bird Flu spreading to human is caused by the presence of so much bird blood and dander in close contact with humans. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI, Thailand - FEB 26: The matches are held in all manner of buildings, from shanty shacks to upscale arenas. In the larger arenas, the winning purses can be $10,000 US or more, with bets raising the stakes even higher. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI - FEB 26 2006: In Thailand, the birds are not given metal spurs, and have to use only their beaks and natural claws to beat the other bird into submission. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG RAI - MARCH 12 2006: Emotions run high as betters and bookies call out odds and shout encouragement to the birds. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG RAI -MARCH 12 2006: When facing opponents, the birds will often puff up and flap their wings in shows of bravado. fear of Bird Flu caused officals to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI -MARCH 5 2006: Although gambling is technically illegal, betting on cock matches is a longtime tradition and authorities nearly always ignore it. Fear of Bird Flu caused officals to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG RAI Thailand -MARCH 12 2006: With the winning purse from some single fights running as high as $10,000 US, the contest can be a nerve-wracking for owners and bettors, who wipe their brows and bite their nails in anticipation. Fear of Bird Flu caused officials to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG RAI -MARCH 12 2006: Like boxing, the "corner men" of each bird are very important elements of the fight. In a flurry of action, they cut swelling bumps, sew wounds, wash cuts, repair feathers and use other methods to refresh and get the bird ready for the next round.Fear of Bird Flu caused officials to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI - FEB 26 2006: Another method of treating the birds between rounds is smoking or steaming herbs on its body to refresh its energy. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI - FEB 26 2006: A trainer stands with his fighting rooster. Some people make a career of breeding and fighting the birds. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI Thailand - MARCH 5 2006: The crowd surges with bets and odds as the clock counts down, with gamblers trying to make the most of each round. Although gambling is technically illegal, betting on cock matches is a longtime tradition and authorities nearly always ignore it. Fear of Bird Flu caused officals to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI - MARCH 5 2006:Unlike the more vicious fights in Indonesia, Thai cocks do not fight to the death. When one is knocked out or attempts to escape the ring, the fight is over, and the birds will return to fight another day. Fear of Bird Flu caused officals to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI - FEB 26 2006: Like boxing, the "corner men" of each bird are very important elements of the fight. In a flurry of action, they cut swelling bumps, sew wounds, wash cuts, repair feathers and use other methods to refresh and get the bird ready for the next round.Fear of Bird Flu caused officials to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG RAI -MARCH 12 2006: Like boxing, the "corner men" of each bird are very important elements of the fight. In a flurry of action, they cut swelling bumps, sew wounds, wash cuts, repair feathers and use other methods to refresh and get the bird ready for the next round.Fear of Bird Flu caused officials to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI - MARCH 5 2006 : The matches are held in all manner of buildings, from shanty shacks to upscale arenas. In the larger arenas, the winning purses can be $10,000 US or more, with bets raising the stakes even higher. Here an overflow crowd watches a match from stadium seating. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI -MARCH 12 2006: Unlike the more vicious fights in Indonesia, Thai cocks do not fight to the death - the birds are worth too much and the owners do not want to lose them. When one is knocked out or attempts to escape the ring, the fight is over, and the birds will return to fight another day. Fear of Bird Flu caused officals to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI - FEB 26 2006: Another method of treating the birds between rounds is smoking or steaming herbs on its body to refresh its energy. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI Thailand - FEB 26 2006: When facing opponents, the birds will often puff up and flap their wings in shows of bravado. Fear of Bird Flu caused officials to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI - FEB 26 2006: The matches are held in all manner of buildings, from shanty shacks to upscale arenas. In the larger venues, there are often several fights taking place at once, with the larger purse competitions taking place under stadium seating and a flurry of bets. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI - MARCH 5 2006: The matches are held in all manner of buildings, from shanty shacks to upscale arenas. In the larger arenas, the winning purses can be $10,000 US or more, with bets raising the stakes even higher. Here an overflow crowd watches a match from stadium seating. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG RAI -MARCH 12 2006: Unlike the more vicious fights in Indonesia, Thai cocks do not fight to the death - the birds are worth too much and the owners do not want to lose them. When one is knocked out or attempts to escape the ring, the fight is over, and the birds will return to fight another day. Fear of Bird Flu caused officals to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG RAI - MARCH 5 2006: An older gentleman watches a cockfight in Chaing Rai, Thailand. Activists brought up tales such as the legend that Thailand was created by Thai Princes's win over a Burmese Rooster. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG MAI, THAILAND - FEB 26 2006: Like boxing, the "corner men" of each bird are very important elements of the fight. In a flurry of action, they cut swelling bumps, sew wounds, wash cuts, repair feathers and use other methods to refresh and get the bird ready for the next round.Fear of Bird Flu caused officials to ban Thai cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

  • CHIANG RAI, THAILAND - MARCH 5 2006: Emotions run high as betters and bookies call out odds and shout encouragement to the birds. Although gambling is technically illegal, betting on cock matches is a longtime tradition and authorities nearly always ignore it. Bird Flu caused the banning of cock fights in 2005, but a persistent movement of Thai's claiming the social significance of the sport and a reduction in Bird Flu cases has allowed the fights to resume. (Photo by Logan Mock-Bunting)

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