The Tiense Vechter, French: Combattant de Tirlemont, is a critically-endangered Belgian breed of gamecock. It dates from the late nineteenth century, and was bred specifically for cock-fighting. It named for its area of origin, that around the city of Tienen in Flemish Brabant, in eastern central Belgium. It is one of three Belgian breeds of fighting-cock, the others being the Brugse Vechter and the Luikse Vechter.
The Combattant de Tirlemont originates from the area around the city of Tienen in Flemish Brabant, in eastern central Belgium. Traditionally, these birds were raised in environments conducive to their use in cockfighting, often kept in controlled settings. Today, their habitat is limited due to their critically-endangered status, and they are primarily found in specialized breeding programs and conservation areas.
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The Combattant de Tirlemont, also known as the Tiense Vechter, is a Belgian gamecock breed developed for cockfighting in the late 19th century. Due to its purpose, it has a strong and aggressive nature. Conservation efforts are important to preserve this unique cultural breed.