IF you can spot the hidden snake wrestling in the photo below, you may have the eye of a hunter.
At first glance, the photograph of backyard scenery may look like a sea of bright green plants, but a creature lurks in the shadows.
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Set your timer for 10 seconds and see if you can find the reptile lurking in the leaves.
Snakes are predators and often have camouflaged coloring that matches their environment.
Snakes that are native to forests and woodland areas often have bright green scales to match the leaves, or a darker coloring to blend in with the forest floor.
Since they don’t have limbs, snakes move using their scales to propel them forward.
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Benefits of brainteasers and optical illusions
Researchers have developed many tests to show how various brain regions react to brainteasers and optical illusions. There are many benefits.
- 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 can help prevent cognitive decline in old age.
- Optical illusions can improve eyesight by allowing you to see small print.
Their camouflaged coloring and slithering ways make it difficult to see them coming.
If you’re struggling to find the snake in the backyard, draw your attention to the top of the photo near the edge of the pool.
If you look closely at the gray bricks, you’ll see a slim dark figure poking its neck out.
Still can’t see it? Take a look below to spot the snake.
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READY FOR ANOTHER?
If you weren’t able to spot the snake, or you’re looking to prove your skills once again, take a look at the concert scene below.
There’s a flat tire on one of the vehicles, and a pair of missing keys hiding in the photograph.
Set your timer once again for 10 seconds and see if you can spot the two objects.
If you find the objects with ease, you may just have 20/20 vision.
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If you’re struggling to find a flat tire, zero in on the vehicles on the left-hand side of the photo.
The keys are a bit more difficult to spot, but once you find them they easily stick out.
Draw your attention to the bottom left-hand corner of the photo near the yellow tent and see if you can find one of the attendees’ missing keys.
Still can’t find them? Take a look below to see where they’re located.
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ROUND THREE?
If you struggled to solve the first two brain teasers, take a look below for another chance.
The photo shows a drawing of a women’s soccer team, but there’s a hidden ball in the photo.
Set your timer for 10 seconds and see if you can spot the soccer ball.
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If you’re struggling to find the ball, try looking for an outline of it near the trophy.
If you still can’t locate the soccer ball, take a look below for the answer.
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Eagle-eyed fans may’ve spotted the outline of a soccer ball on the trophy.
If those brain teasers didn’t scratch your optical illusion itch, check out this story on a photograph with hidden messages.
You can also test your knowledge with this optical illusion featuring a camouflaged insect.
