A Cajun Mardi Gras Capitaine holds a live chicken before throwing it for revelers to chase during the Faquetaique Courir Mardi Gras run February 9, 2016 in Chatangia, Louisiana. Revelers romp through the countryside causing mischief and begging then celebrate by dancing.


A Cajun Mardi Gras Capitaine holds a live chicken before throwing it for revelers to chase during the Faquetaique Courir Mardi Gras run February 9, 2016 in Chatangia, Louisiana. Revelers romp through the countryside causing mischief and begging then celebrate by dancing.


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Location: Chatangia, Louisiana
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