An Indian breed is the world's most expensive cow fetching $4.3 million at auction

A majestic Nelore cow, adorned with a distinctive hump and cascading "dewlap" skin, set a new global record for the most expensive cow ever sold auctioning for a whopping $4.8 million. The cow, called Viatina-19 FIV Mara Imóveis, captivated bidders and spectators alike in Arandú, Brazil last June where investors were ready to shell out a substantial amount for it.

The bovine is from the Nelore breed, renowned for its lustrous white coat and iconic hump. It is originally from India but found its home in Brazil, where it thrived and flourished, thanks to its resilience to harsh climates and exceptional adaptability.

"The sale of Viatina-19 FIV Mara Imóveis epitomizes the value placed on superior genetic qualities in the livestock industry," remarked a spokesperson for the auction house. "It's not just about the cow herself; it's about the legacy she carries and the potential for future advancements in the breed."

As one of the most genetically superior specimens in the Nelore breed, her genetic material, in the form of embryos and semen, holds the promise of producing offspring with enhanced traits, thereby elevating the breed's quality and desirability.