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Everyone can see the cacti – but you need 20/20 vision to spot the three animals in under 13 seconds
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SPOTTING the cacti is easy, but can you outsmart everyone and find the three hidden animals in this optical illusion?
Time to put your vision skills and IQ to the test and solve this tricky brainteaser in just 13 seconds or less.
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This image is known as an optical illusion, meaning there could be other not-so obvious elements to be found.
The challenge here is to spot the sneaky animals perfectly blended into the background.
Everyone can quickly see the dozens of green cacti in this scene.
But only those with 20/20 vision and a high IQ can solve this mind-bending puzzle.
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Are you able to find the missing three animals or will you be left scratching your head?
It might seem a bit daunting at first, but the key is to carefully examine each section of the scene.
You might wish to start from the top left corner of the image and work your way down, or maybe do the complete opposite - whatever gives you more confidence!
Another useful tactic is picking an element of the picture and analyse what's around it.
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How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?
Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.
Some benefits include:
- Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
- Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
- Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
- Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
- Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.
Still struggling to spot the clever creatures? Have a look at the solution image at the bottom to find out where it is.
Did you know that solving optical illusions is a great way of training your brain and improving creative thinking?
Brainteasers are purposefully designed to trick our vision and can be used as simple determiners of intelligence.
So you might want to try The Sun's wide range of optical illusions created to stimulate the deepest parts of your brain.
In this puzzle, you must be a genius if you can find the hidden butterfly in seven seconds.
If you think you have a high IQ, then try spotting the strawberry amongst the carnival scene in less than nine seconds.
And if you have 20/20 vision you might be able to spot the hidden number in this mind-boggling image.
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