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The Most Costly Animals on Earth

Published by CHAN LEE PENG in Science
November 4th, 2008

These are the most expensive animals on earth.

Iguanas

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Iguanas are the cold blooded animals which are the most intelligent of all reptiles. They are a genus of lizard native to tropical regions of the Caribbean, Central and South America. They are costly not in terms of their tag prices but they are the most expensive animal to care for. However, of all the pets, they are the most economical reptile to keep. Some of their species are spiny-tailed iguanas, desert iguanas, and green iguanas. The green iguana is the most preferable species among the kids. Iguanas can live up to 20 years and grow in a big size within this length of time.

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Most iguanas have a row of spines running along their back to their tail, and a third parietal eye (looks like a pale scale) on top of their heads. There are also small spike-like scales called tuberculate scales behind their necks. A large round scale called subtympanic shield is located on their cheek. Generally, iguanas have excellent vision as they are able to see shadows, colors and even detect any movements at long distances. Not only they use their eyes to crawl through the crowded and thick forests, but also they are used for searching food. The visual signals help them to communicate with other companions of the same species. Their ear’s drum called tympanum is found right above the subtympanic shield and behind the eye. They use this very thin and delicate part for hearing.

Egyptian Arabian Horses

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  1. Posted November 4, 2008 at 8:53 am

    Wow..amazing and interesting article about these animals. The snakes give me a chill, but still very fascinating!

  2. Leo Reyes
    Posted November 4, 2008 at 9:10 am

    Great article.

  3. Posted November 4, 2008 at 9:32 am

    Excellent interesting article as usual!

  4. Posted November 4, 2008 at 9:43 am

    Stunning pictures. I like the Arabian horses and the cats.

  5. papaleng
    Posted November 4, 2008 at 10:06 am

    It’s a wonderful article, very informative and great pictures.. you’ve done it it again sir.

  6. goodselfme
    Posted November 4, 2008 at 1:43 pm

    Good to see your quaility posts again.

  7. Posted November 4, 2008 at 4:03 pm

    I LOVE it!! I want a white lion cub!!

    Blessings.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  8. Posted November 4, 2008 at 4:30 pm

    these are really expensive animals,nice job. i submitted a similar article before but they declined it stating the usual thing which is “too similar with various sources over the internet,” im glad yours was not.

  9. Posted November 4, 2008 at 6:35 pm

    Very nice! The information was really interesting!

  10. Posted November 4, 2008 at 7:40 pm

    Hi Chan, I’m so glad you are back. Your pictures are beautiful and interesting information. Best wishes, Ruby

  11. Judy Sheldon
    Posted November 4, 2008 at 8:12 pm

    Fascinating and beautiful. I loved the horses and cats.

  12. Posted November 4, 2008 at 8:19 pm

    lovely animals…nice stuff…

  13. Posted November 4, 2008 at 8:24 pm

    Fascinating article.

  14. Lost in Arizona
    Posted November 4, 2008 at 9:32 pm

    Loved the article. I’ve never got to own one of these animals, but I did get a chance to work with a chimpanzee back in school when I took a primatology class. Brings back memories. It was one of the most fun experiences I ever had, because Reta used to love going through my backpack.

  15. Posted November 4, 2008 at 10:51 pm

    Another great article Chan. Well done.

  16. Posted November 5, 2008 at 5:18 am

    I want that monkey! Good work Chan. Our Iggie lived until he was 17.

  17. Posted November 6, 2008 at 7:54 am

    I’m with Glynis! Gimme da Monkey now! :-) )

  18. Posted November 16, 2008 at 7:19 pm

    Well done with good information. I will pass on the snakes.

  19. Posted February 20, 2009 at 4:10 pm

    I enjoy this article very much.Never heard of the snow monkey and white lion.

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