Saturday evening gambling event in Diriá, brutal but rarely fatal
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Birds are bred specifically for fighting. Notice the thick legs. -
The Weigh-in -
Blades are chosen and agreed upon
Fighting is with attached blades, not talons
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Blades are secured with tape and thread -
Blades are carefully aligned and inspected -
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Referee rings the bell -
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