PUZZLE fanatics have been left scratching their heads after trying to interpret an optical illusion designed to test players’ observational skills.
Only those with sharp eyes and a sharp mind will be able to spot the hidden animal in this picture in just 13 seconds.
The optical illusion is said by its creators at Bright Side to test players’ observational skills and analyse their personality.
Those who see only birds, trees, and huts in the image “value traditions and prefer a simple and peaceful style of life”.
Players who see an elephant are “respectful to others, loyal to your friends, and a great listener”, according to Bright Side.
Which do you see? The elephant, or the birds, trees, and huts?
If you are struggling to find the elephant, try to look beyond the obvious.
The large white space in the centre of the image is what is important.
Here is a clue: the elephant’s trunk starts at the bottom of the left side of the image.
Two flying birds create the shape of the eye and the ear, while the gates between huts and trees create the shape of its feet.
If you still can’t find the elephant, know that you are not alone.
One person wrote online: “Who saw an elephant instead of a village with huts? Let’s be honest nobody saw the elephant.”
Another said: “I see the elephant but it takes me 15 mins to see, not gonna lie, it’s hard.”
The solution to the puzzle can be found at the bottom of this page – but while you’re here, why not try your hand at another?
You could have perfect vision if you are able to locate the power key in this tricky brainteaser in 15 seconds.
Gamers will have no trouble spotting and identifying sketches in the image of a VR headset, joysticks, and consoles.
But can you see the power key?
Here is a clue for those who might be struggling: focus on the gaming wheel.
Scroll to the bottom of the page to find the key highlighted.
Take a look at this photograph snapped in a person’s backyard, of trees in a wintry setting.
Can you see the bobcat lurking among the trees?
If you can spot it in 30 seconds, your eyes are better than most.
The photograph, shared on Reddit’s Find The Sniper forum by user BigErnMcracken, has left many users stumped.
One person wrote: “Oh my goodness, what camouflage.”
Another said: “I got a physical jolt of ‘woah!’ when it actually clicked for me.”
You might need to zoom into the image to locate the bobcat – and keep in mind they are able to jump up to 10 feet in the air.
See the solution to the brainteaser at the bottom of the page.
Let’s try one more optical illusion, to make sure we have really given your brain a good workout.
Here is a spread of tasty-looking food, with everything from pretzels to olive oil to eggs.
There is a sweet hidden among the rest of the largely-healthy food.
Can you see it?
The current record to beat is 49 seconds.
It might seem like a daunting task, but carefully examining each element of the scene will help to simplify it.
Here is a hint: the sweet is purple.
If you are still struggling, scroll to the bottom of this page and you’ll see the solution circled in white.
Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.
Some benefits include:
