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Dropping millions on a cow isn’t exactly my cup of tea, hot cow or not.
Yet, it seems I stand alone in my reluctance to splurge a fortune on elite cattle. Just last year, a band of thieves swiped numerous tanks of bull semen, likely betting they could sell the precious cargo for a hefty sum. Indeed, cows have fetched astonishing prices before. For instance, Missy the cow was auctioned for close to $1.2 million back in 2009, and since then, the stakes have only soared. Tempted to join the cow trade yet?
Well, breaking into the cow market requires deep pockets. Case in point: a cow recently fetched more than $4 million in Brazil.
The world's most expensive cow was sold in Brazil for around $4.8 million. pic.twitter.com/W1tUkJK4d3
— Interesting Things (@interesting_aIl) March 25, 2024
Guinness World Records confirms the sale took place last year, though the reason behind this cow’s high valuation remains a mystery.
Highlighting the breed’s unique traits, the article notes: “Bright white fur, loose skin, and a prominent hump are among the Nelore breed’s distinctive features. Known for their exceptional heat tolerance, this breed’s fur reflects a broad spectrum of light wavelengths, and their specialized sweat glands add to their resilience.”
It's highly valued because of genetically desired features such as heat endurance and resistance to parasite illnesses.
Also, the Nellore breed has an edge over other beef cattle breeds in terms of hardiness. Calves are awake, with active behaviour, standing up and feeding…
— Bothwell Chinyakata (@bchinyakata) March 25, 2024
The article continues, claiming this Nelore cow “ranks among the breed’s all-time best” and argues that the hefty price tag not only underscores the breed’s domestic prestige but also cements its global market value as a premium and desirable breed.
That’s easily the worst cow I’ve ever seen https://t.co/OQCtbm3e6y
— Fred Delicious 🍆 (@Fred_Delicious) March 25, 2024
Skeptics on X/Twitter, however, have thrown shade on the whole affair. Some ridicule the cow’s appearance, while others jest it’s merely kids masquerading in a cow suit. A few concede the cow’s authenticity but balk at its astronomical price tag.
No judgments here—if you fancy investing in bovine luxury worth a suburban home