This weird creature was found in ThailandWith scaly skin and calf-like hooves, the bizarre animal looks like a genetic mutation between a buffalo and a crocodile.
The creature, which was found in Thailand, appears to have the rough, scaly head of a reptile and limbs and hooves of a mammal.It
half buffalo half crocodile
is not the first time a genetic cross between two species has been found, but it is one of the most unusual animals spotted.
The animal died soon after birth, according to a local website, but is believed to have brought good luck to the village and the family who made the discovery.
FACEBOOKThe bizarre creature looks like a cross between a buffalo and a crocodile
The creature was found in High Rock, Wanghin in Thailand.
Many weird and wonderful hybrids have appeared in the animal kingdom, from the 'zonkey' - a cross between a donkey and a zebra - and the common mule - a cross between a female horse and a male donkey.
FACEBOOKThe animal is believed to have brought good luck to the village where it was found
Most hybrid animals do not occur naturally in the wild, but have been bred by humans - stirring much controversy and outrage from animal rights campaigners.
Most hybrid offspring tend to be infertile.
The animal died soon after birth, according to a local website, but is believed to have brought good luck to the village and the family who made the discovery.
FACEBOOKThe bizarre creature looks like a cross between a buffalo and a crocodileThe creature was found in High Rock, Wanghin in Thailand.
Many weird and wonderful hybrids have appeared in the animal kingdom, from the 'zonkey' - a cross between a donkey and a zebra - and the common mule - a cross between a female horse and a male donkey.
FACEBOOKThe animal is believed to have brought good luck to the village where it was foundMost hybrid animals do not occur naturally in the wild, but have been bred by humans - stirring much controversy and outrage from animal rights campaigners.
Most hybrid offspring tend to be infertile.
