Top 10 Most Expensive Animals in the World
Nowadays, many people like to keep pets. Some people like to keep cats, some people like to keep dogs, and some people like to keep cats. However, the cost of some animals in the world is beyond the ability of many pet owners to bear.
For example, the well-known Gold Dragon Fish, Blood Horse, etc. Below is a compilation by of the top 10 most expensive animals in the world.
No.10 White Dragon Fish
Talking about black fish, you will generally think of '' used for stewing. But in fact, there is a White Dragon Fish in Indonesia, which is even more translucent black! White Dragon Fish comes from Indonesia, this fish is all black, including its bones and internal organs are all black, only the blood is red. But its eggs are yellowish-white, and it must be artificially hatched to reproduce the next generation.
Because it is very rare, it is called 'the Lamborghini of chickens', and the price is $2500, which is the most expensive chicken in the world!
No.9 Zebra Monkey
Compared to most monkeys, Zebra Monkeys have an unforgettable appearance: thick eyebrows, large head style hair and white beards. People affectionately call it 'Grandpa Monkey'
Zebra Monkeys are also called Swamp Monkeys, they were first discovered in the wetlands of Central Africa. Their lifespan is about 22 years, which is a very valuable animal breed, about $7000. But it is difficult for people to find them, they have innate hiding abilities.
No.8 Giant Snout Bird
This bird has a very eccentric mouth, big and colorful is its hallmark. They are usually forest residents and non-migrants. They only breed once a year, and after mating, they will lay eggs within a few days, about 2-4 eggs.
It is said that the Black-beaked Bird needs at least $5000 to sell in black markets, and more than $1000.
No.7 Tibetan Sheep
Tibetan Sheep live in the numerous mountains of Central Asia, they can survive at 7000 meters above sea level. Due to hunting and competition with livestock, the number of Tibetan sheep has decreased in various places. The number of Tibetan sheep in Asia is estimated to be less than 80,000. The reduction of their numbers may be related to their horns, either too long horns that hinder their feeding, or horns bending inward during long growth, piercing their bodies and dying.
But at the same time, their horns are also the favorite of hunters, a pair can sell for $5000, and adult Tibetan sheep, the price is at least $10000.
No.6 Palm-Faced Parrot
Unlike most colorful parrots, Palm-Faced Parrots are black, and there is a visible red spot on its head. It is the oldest parrot breed in Australia, usually feeds on nuts.
Because of the low survival rate of their descendants, although they are protected by the government, their numbers have been continuously reduced. It is very popular in the international pet market, selling for $20000.
No.5 Arab Mare
Arabian Mare is one of the oldest breeds, traceable to 4500 years ago, Arabian horses are intelligent, active and full of stamina, with a unique head shape, tall tail, and easy to identify, they have been traded all over the world and used for crossbreeding. Now many breeds, even expensive breeds have Arabian horse blood. Its price is about $18000-$25000, and the price of purebred Arabian horses is about $8000-$20000. And a horse named 'Green Monkey' was auctioned for $16 million in 2006.
No.4 White Lion
White Lions are caused by a very rare genetic mutation, but not a white disease. Scientists speculate that White Lions may be a very ancient species that lived in the polar regions like polar bears, in order not to be discovered, they formed white hair. In the 1960s, Europeans began to promote hunting and raising White Lions, White Lion numbers decreased, and wild White Lions are extinct. According to the statistics in 2004, there were less than 500 White Lions globally, and a young White Lion was worth $15000.
No.3 White Dragon Fish
Gold Dragon Fish is one of the few extant ancient fish species, its existence dates back to about 2.9 billion years ago. Adult fish lays eggs in its mouth and then hatches them directly, so they are called 'Dragon spits pearls' by people. At the same time, because of their vibrant colors, they are also considered to be a symbol of wealth and prosperity.
However, due to the scarcity of things, the number of Gold Dragon Fish is small, so the price is also. And White Dragon Fish, as a kind of extreme product, is priced at $30000!
No.2 Tibetan Mastiff
Tibetan Mastiff originated in ancient nomadic culture of China, Nepal and Tibet, they were used by local herdsmen to drive away leopards and wolves to protect sheep from being hunted. Tibetan Mastiffs are one of the most expensive dog breeds, its average price is $60000, and the pure white Tibetan Mastiff because it is very rare, so the price is more expensive.
No.1 White Crocodile
White crocodiles have a terrifying pair of eyes, which often makes visitors feel chilled. Because the body lacks melanin, the eyes are pink white, and the skin is snow white. The white crocodile with white plague is very weak in physique and sensitive to light, needs careful care. And cannot live together with ordinary crocodiles, so easily attacked by its kind. At the same time, because the white skin is a good material for expensive leather bags and hand bags, so they are favored by many bad hunters. At the same time, they are extremely rare, only 3 white crocodiles out of one million crocodiles, so they are almost priceless.
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