Is Croatian boy the real-life Magneto?

The strange talent of a 6-year-old boy who can attract metallic objects to his chest has scientists scratching their heads in Croatia.

Little Ivan's unique abilities are strongest in the morning or when he's calm, reports news.com.au website.

(REUTERS)

"It's believed Ivan can hold more than 20kg of metal on his chest," says the online report.

Ivan's parents claim he's always been a little strange after walking at 8 months and rollerblading at just 15 months.

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