Everyone sees the tree trunks and dry brush – you have 20/20 vision & high IQ if you spot hidden giraffe in 20 seconds

A DECEPTIVE photograph of a woodland scene has played tricks on the eyes of many puzzlers.

Can you spot the elusive giraffe hiding in the scenic snap?

Josh Jagran

The image itself is filled with stark contrast, with stray twigs mixed in with sturdy thick branches, making it easy for the long-necked creature to blend in.

As your eyes might be likely to fall for the trick of seeking only contrast, be sure to try and relax and search for the giraffe.

Not only will this brainteaser test your skills of perception, but it will also test your knowledge of animal behaviors and adaptation.

If you’re struggling, consider a more systematic approach.

Choose a corner of the image and scan the picture up and down or left to right.

Because the human brain takes in so much stimulus in at once, visual and otherwise, it often takes shortcuts and homogenized some input to better compute it to something comprehensible by the conscious mind.

When it comes to pictures, this often presents as a person missing finer details but understanding the whole image.

To find the concealed creature, be sure to look at the thicker trees in the image.

If you’re still struggling, fix your gaze towards the right hand side of the image.

Do you see it?

The stealthy creature is standing in front of a tall tree in the background of the photo and is covered by dozens of smaller branches.

Josh Jagran

MORE BRAINTEASERS

The difficult seek-and-find puzzle came after Redditor BigErnMcracken shared an animal-themed challenge on the forum.

Can you spot the bobcat hiding in their backyard?

Reddit/ FindTheSniper

At first glance, the photo appears to show snow on the ground behind a group of leafless trees.

You’ll need the ability to pay attention to detail to find the bobcat in 30 seconds or less.

One person said the wild animal is “like a ghost,” as they failed to spot it, while another said they would “never” have noticed it in their backyard.

If you need a clue, keep in mind the bobcat has grayish-brown fur similar to the tree branches.

Once you’re ready to stop searching scroll down to the solution below to find out where the bobcat was hiding.

As bobcats can leap up to 10 feet in the air, the sneaky animal has managed to get onto a high tree branch towards the middle of the photo.

Even the most beady-eyed puzzlers have failed to find the animal hiding in a third challenge shared on Reddit.

“I finally have one!” the poster said, writing under the handle LaLaJaJa2016 .

“Do you see it?”

Reddit/ FindTheSniper

The vibrant green moss on the tree bark is obvious, while the mischievous animal is camouflaged.

One person said it took them “a good little amount of time” to find the animal, and another chimed in saying “That’s awesome camo right there.”

Here’s a hint: The creature is toward the middle of the photo.

Have you found it?

Once you’ve solved the brainteaser scroll down to the solution below to check your answer.

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.