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YOU could have a high IQ if you can spot the real owl in time.

Players will only have seven seconds to figure out this tricky optical illusion.

A shelf displays a collection of owl plushies.
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Can you spot the real owl in under seven seconds?Credit: SWNS

This cute image shows two rows of adorable toy owls stood next to each other.

Players however must look carefully as one of these is an imposter.

Stood among these toys is a five-week old real owl, pictured when it was born in 2022.

The white fluff ball was bred at the Scottish Owl Centre in West Lothian and was a hit with visitors.

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The owl's parents and brother, who was born in 2020, also live at the centre.

This animal is special as it is the only owl to live permanently in the Amazon rainforest.

Do you have the eyes of a hawk and can you spot the baby in time?

Here is a clue if you are struggling.

Focus on the eyes as this could tell you which ones are real and which ones are fake.

Here is a second hint for those running out of time.

Everyone can see the pears but you need 20-20 vision & high IQ to spot the carrot in 9 seconds

Look at the top row as you might see the real bird there.

Don't worry if you weren't able to find the baby in time as the answer is down below.

Optical illusions can also be a great way to test your senses and mental cognition.

They can force people to look past clear and obvious images.

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.

This process can help to stimulate several parts of the brain at the same time.

Why not try some more brain teasers that will test your mind, below?

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Illusions can look at all sorts of different images and subjects.

Some of these are animal-themed while another is about Valentine's Day.

Can you spot the baby Spectacle owl among these stuffed owls?
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The baby bird has been circled above
Illustration of a crowded flower market with many people buying flowers.
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Can you spot the five single stem red roses, perfect for Valentine's Day, in this image in just 19 seconds?Credit: New Covent Garden Flower Market
Illustration of many cats; find the cat with a heart-shaped nose.
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You will have seven seconds to find the moggy cat with the heart shaped noseCredit: SpinGenie
Optical illusion of hearts with a hidden ring.
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You'll have 30 seconds to find the engagement ring in this illusionCredit: F. Hinds
Illustration of a busy flower market; find five red roses.
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The roses have been circled aboveCredit: New Covent Garden Flower Market
Illustration of a puzzle: find the cat with a heart-shaped nose among many other cats.
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The answer is highlighted aboveCredit: SpinGenie
Optical illusion: find the ring hidden among pink hearts.
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The ring has been circled in blackCredit: F. Hinds
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