Plaque is made up of fat, cholesterol and other substances found in the blood. This plaque build-up is also known as atherosclerosis. The site of the plaque determines the type of heart disease: 1  Coronary artery disease is the build-up of plaque in the arteries supplying blood to the heart.
The most well-known name in the toucan business, Emerald Forest Bird Gardens is a certified member of the Model Aviculture Plan (MAP). Prices range from $2,750 (parent-reared Chestnut-Mandibled) to $9200 (hand-fed Toco). Keel-Bills, Red-Bills, Red-Breasted, and Channel-Bills are available as well.
The Indian ringneck parrot, also known as the Rose-ringed parakeet, is a tropical bird that has a large range of size and color, and they can be bred in many different settings. Popular as pets, the ringneck parrot can average 16 inches long and the tail can account for the majority of its length. On average, the cost of this type of parrot can range anywhere from $100 to as much as $1,200 for a rarer species or color. 2  A common bird such as those green and blue in color can be within the $250 to $450 range, while the grays and turquoise birds can cost as much as $600 to $1,000.