Vets have been left shocked after a cow gave birth to a two-headed calf which has been described as a ‘godly incarnation’.
The calf is conjoined at the head, but shares the same lower body and was born at a farm near the Indian city of Udaipur.
Both the farmer and the vets called out to review the animal admitted they were baffled by its appearance.
“This is a unique case of one in a million,” said local veterinarian Dr Sumit Kumar.
“The newborn has two heads. But the lower body is the same. In such a case, it is highly unlikely that the calf will survive for too long.”
However, despite predictions the calves are appearing to be fit and healthy.
They are being kept under observation at an animal care facility in the city.
“They are responding very well to the initial treatment. But we will have to see for the longer course. We can attempt a surgery later on,” said Dr Kumar.
The news of the birth of conjoined twin calves has also attracted the attention of local Hindu believers, who are revering the newborns as ‘godly’ incarnations.
