ARE you ready to challenge yourself and test your puzzle-solving skills?
Only people with a high IQ and 20/20 vision can crack our latest mind-bending optical illusion in under eight seconds.
The puzzle shows an old villager clad in a green and red robe with a pointy hat walking with his stick alongside some houses.
The task, however, is to spot the hidden lamp in the visual puzzle.
Thousands of viewers have been left scratching their heads trying to solve the puzzle.
It may appear to be a simple image, but it’s trickier than it looks.
And you just have eight seconds to solve it.
So buckle up, set the timer, and test your puzzle-solving skills.
But be warned, you need the sharpest of eyes and the strongest of minds – must remain composed throughout.
You are more likely to make mistakes if you try to rush it, so check every square inch of the image.
But did you know that solving optical illusions are a great way of training your brain and improving creative thinking?
It is also an important mental exercise that prolongs the lifespan of short-term memory.
Studies have shown that people who regularly challenge themselves with optical illusions and puzzles improve their problem-solving skills, concentration and attention.
RESEARCHERS have developed many tests that show how various brain regions react to optical illusions.
They are not only entertaining, but they also shed light on how our brains interpret visual data.
By giving your brain a little workout regularly, you enhance your ability to focus and observe details.
Studies have shown, people who regularly challenge themselves with optical illusions and puzzles see big improvements in their problem-solving skills, concentration and attention.
Improved concentration and attention span, in turn, can help prevent cognitive decline in older age.
Psychologists at The University of Glasgow found that staring at an optical illusion can improve eyesight by allowing you to see small print
So before you start with this one, try and see if you can spot the camouflaged butterfly in under 10 seconds.
You might be a genius if you can spot the odd letter out in less than 19 seconds.
You can also try and spot all five differences between the two identical pictures.
Or have a go at finding the sausage that definitely shouldn’t be in with the fruit and vegetables.
Coming back to our challenge – were you able to solve the mind-bending optical illusion?
If you didn’t see it, look again carefully.
Here is a hint for you: turn the picture upside down.
If you are still scratching your head trying to figure out the confusing picture, scroll down to find the solution to the challenge.
If you enjoyed this optical illusion, you can also try to find the hidden butterfly in this vintage scene.
And see if you can find the hidden treasure chest within this party of pirates before they get their hooks on the gold inside.
You might just have a high IQ if you can find the hidden elephant in this optical illusion in eight seconds.
But be warned it’s a super tricky one.
Or if you’re really up to it have a go at figuring out which rope this dog is attached to before he walks off the pier.
If you love solving such puzzles we have more such challenges for you at the bottom of the page – scroll down to find them.
