Rare Two-Headed Gecko Named Simon and Garfunkel Goes Viral Over their Unusual Look

A rare two-headed gecko named Simon and Garfunkel has gone viral on social media after astonishing animal lovers with its unusual appearance and remarkable survival.

The tiny reptile unexpectedly hatched at Rockstar Geckos, a husband-and-wife breeding business located in Carbon County, northeastern Pennsylvania.

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The gecko was born with dicephaly, a rare congenital condition in which an embryo partially splits into identical twins but fails to separate completely, resulting in a single body with two distinct heads.
According to a spokesperson for Rockstar Geckos, there was nothing unusual about the egg during incubation until it finally hatched on June 29.

The breeders revealed that they were initially warned that animals born with dicephaly rarely survive for long. However, Simon and Garfunkel has continued to thrive, defying expectations.

At four weeks old, the tiny gecko weighs just 1.8 grams and has continued to grow stronger.

Speaking to NeedToKnow, Rockstar said: “They’re doing great.

“They seem to be doing well, so we’re very happy about that.”

Celebrating the reptile’s four-week milestone, the breeders shared an update online highlighting just how small the gecko still is.

They wrote:

“Here they are at 4 weeks old!

“I chose these photos specifically to show just how tiny they still are, only 1.8 grams.

“It’s hard to grasp until you see them next to a fingernail.”

The breeders also revealed that both heads are capable of feeding without assistance.

“Both heads eat independently, no assistance needed. Just look at that full tummy!”
Sharing another update to celebrate the milestone, the breeders explained that the gecko’s coordination has continued to improve as it grows.

They wrote:

“Here they are at 4 weeks old!

“I chose these photos specifically to show just how tiny they still are, only 1.8 grams.

“It’s hard to grasp until you see them next to a fingernail. On the bright side, their coordination is improving, and they’re starting to move a bit more as a team!”

According to the breeders, neither of the gecko’s heads currently appears to be dominant. They also noted that the positioning of the two heads prevents them from reaching or biting one another, which has helped reduce potential complications.