Finally, there is the life cycle cost, or how much a roof will cost you over the years. A shake roof may start out at around $12,500, but after a 40 year cycle the cost of the roof can rise to almost $45,000 when you calculate in maintenance and repairs, a yearly cost of over $800.
Toucan is tropical bird, best known by its large, colorful bill. There are 40 different species of toucans that are widely distributed in Mexico, Central America, South America, and Caribbean.
The Toco Toucan (illustrated here) is the largest member of its family, which comprises 37 species. All toucans are inhabitants of South America, though some can be found as far north as Mexico. The function of their enormous bill has puzzled scientists for a long time.