The Lahu consider themselves as warriors. They used to have their own kingdom before it was conquered by the Chinese. After the conquest, they migrated southward into Laos, Vietnam, Burma and Thailand. Most Lahu live in the northern region of Thailand. The Red Lahu are considered the poorest, so they become laborers for other minority ethnic groups. The Lahu conduct sacrificial dances to appease God Ngue Sha and as redemption. They hunt animals and grow rice, vegetables as well as opium. Lahu society is matriarchal and men and women have equal rights.