Everyone can see the leaves – but you need 20/20 vision & high IQ to spot the rattlesnake in 7 seconds
SPOTTING the dark leaves is easy, but can you outsmart everyone and find the hidden rattlesnake in this optical illusion?
Time to put your vision skills and IQ to the test and crack this tricky brainteaser in just seven seconds or less.
The image above 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 hidden snake perfectly blended into the scene.
Everyone can quickly see the dark leaves lying on top of each other.
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 where the dangerous reptile is 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 image.
You might wish to start from the top left corner of the picture 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 scene - be it a leaf, or a specific branch - and analyse what's around it.
Did you manage to spot the rattlesnake hidden among the leaves? If so, congratulations!
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.
The slithering animal is actually a Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, and was found near a home in Tucson, Arizona, in the United States.
The sneaky snake managed to completely hide under the twigs and bramble thanks to its perfectly camouflaged skin.
Still struggling to find it? 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 mind-bending image, everyone can see the farm but you have 20/20 vision and a high IQ if you can spot the hidden heart in seven seconds.
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Another tricky brainteaser features a gnarled tree but only those with high IQ can spot a sleepy cat hiding on it.
If that's still not hard enough for you, then have a go at spotting the hidden broom amongst the clothes in less than five seconds.