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Images have been shared of a most unusual creature spotted in a remote village - and it's the stuff of sci-fi movies.

The strange animal appears to have the scaly, rough head and skin of a reptile such as a crocodile .

However, on closer inspection, it's also got the body, limbs and hooves of a mammal such as a calf.

(Image: Facebook)

Local website Rath has commented on the find in High Rock, Wanghin in Thailand.

The creature appears to have been born of a buffalo, but is clearly not a normal-looking creature.

(Image: Facebook)

According to the site, the animal died soon after birth, but "It is surprising and is believed to bring good luck to the family and the village."

The pictures were also uploaded on Facebook by the Nhênyêt jiyanê where one reader wrote: "Praise to God."