These “contestants” came from many provinces and cities throughout Vietnam. The event was held by the Hanoi Pet Chicken Club. In the picture are 15 finalists.

The origin of Tan Chan bantam is believed to be the result of the hybridization between imported bantams and the native prairie in Tan Chau of An Giang Province in southern Vietnam. In the picture is a candidate for the first prize with an impressive beard.

Tan Chau bantam is a famous pet chicken species in Vietnam. They are small and low, with maximum weight of 800-900 grams for cocks and 700-800 grams for hens. Bantam has little value in meat, but looks nice.

The jury consists of four members, who are veteran bantam breeders from An Giang and Ho Chi Minh City.

The winner.

This chicken is from Lam Dong province. The bonus prize was a Honda motorbike.