10 of the Most Expensive Animals in the World
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10 of the Most Expensive Animals in the World

These animals go down in the history books as being the some of the priciest buys in the world. From Savannah Cats to the first successfully cloned dog, click through to see which animal takes the title of most expensive.

The Australian native wallaby, often mistaken for a small kangaroo and will sell for around $4,000! Although they're known to have great temperaments. they are illegal to keep as pets in many countries.

The Savannah Cat is a mix between a domestic cat and an African Serval. They are incredibly playful and energetic but are not to be underestimated as they still have wild instincts. Purchasing a Savannah Cat will set you back $20,000.

Camels are a popular form of transportation in the Middle East, though they are known to be a little stubborn. The cost for one is $55,000, but camels are very social and require a partner to be truly happy.

The intelligent and playful Chimpanzee is a primate that will cost you about $60,000! They are legal to own as pets in many countries but require a great amount of care and attention.

PhotographY: Chi King

The Arabian horse is the first animal to break $100,000. They are highly sought after for their gait and endurance in equestrian sports. They are also known to be very loving and can become quite bonded to their owners.

White lion cubs, first spotted in 1938, will set you back $140,000. Lions are pack animals, so if you buy one you have to buy another.

Photography: Gary Whyte

The Hyacinth Macaw is one of the largest parrots in the world and has a huge $14,000 price tag to match! These beautiful blue-hued birds are easily trained and very affectionate.

Photography: Eyrewood Studios

Tibetan Mastiffs were originally bred to be guard dogs and certain rare colorations of these gigantic puppies can sell for over $500,000! In fact, a super rare Tibetan Mastiff sold for $1.5 million in 2011.

Photography: Andrea Arden

Sir Lancelot Encore is not just any ordinary Labrador, as he managed to cost his owner more than $15 million dollars. He is a clone of his former self – the world's very first cloned dog, in fact.

Photography: Manokaran M

The Green Monkey - a thoroughbred racehorse - was auctioned for a whopping $16 million in 2016. With his perfect genes and impressive speed, he became the most sought-after racehorse in the world.

Photography: Jeff Kubina

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