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Rare, miniature 'panda cow' could fetch $30,000

Genetically-manipulated cow thought to be one of only about 24 in the world

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Farmer Chris Jessen holds his new "panda cow" named Ben, hours after the rare miniature cow was born in Campion, Colo. The miniature panda cow is the result of genetic manipulation.
updated 1/3/2011 8:22:57 AM ET 2011-01-03T13:22:57

A rare miniature cow with markings similar to a panda bear was born on a farm in northern Colorado.

The so-called "panda cow" born in Larimer County is thought to be one of only about 24 in the world.

The (Loveland) Reporter-Herald reports the male calf named Ben was born Friday morning. His mother is a Lowline Angus cow.

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Farmer Chris Jessen raises miniature cattle and also owns a miniature kangaroo on his hobby farm.

The miniature panda cow is the result of genetic manipulation. A white belt encircles the animal's midsection, and the cow has a white face with black ovals around the eyes, giving it a panda-like appearance.

The mini-cattle are bred solely as pets. Jessen says panda calves can sell for $30,000.

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    JEFF ROSSEN, anchor: Finally, you be the judge. Is it a panda or is it a cow? It's actually a mix of both. This rare miniature cow born on Friday in Colorado has markings similar to a panda bear . He is the result of genetic manipulations. The so-called panda cow is thought to be one of only about 24 in the entire world. Want to take him home? Experts say that panda cow will cost you about $30,000. I don't think it's the money that's the biggest problem. It's the house training, I think.

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