As rinhas de galo na Paraíba: aspectos histórico-legais e a falta de proteção aos animais.

Abstract

The so-called Cockfight is a frequent activity in the capital and the interior of Paraíba, as well as in several locations in Brazil. Between 2009 and 2011, the cockfight roosters was allowed in Paraíba, according to a court order prohibiting on surveillance activities of state agencies. This research aimed to develop a study on prohibition, legalization attempts as well as the practice of combat operations, with a parallel analysis on the historical, social, cultural and legal issues relating to the custom of the cockfight roosters in Paraíba. We conducted an analysis of legislation in the fauna, as well as a search for information and statistics on the performance of cockfights at environmental agencies and supervisory authorities, from 2010 to 2014 in Paraiba. Developed descriptive research, where the field study sought to deepen a reality. We used the observation. Among the actors surveyed, there was an approximation of bettors / directors of the arenas. Also individual interviews with representatives of environmental movements, environmental agencies and other authorities were made. Speech analyzed were obtained through video recordings, the contents used in this work can be watched on a DVD in the Appendix. The video also shows what was recorded on participant observation where the researcher was present in baiting sites and monitored the activity. We conclude that the current legal system, although it is not too severe, is sufficient to curb cockfights held. However, according to field observation and analyzed interviews, it was noted that the practice is integrated into the culture of various regions Paraíba.