You’ve got a high IQ if you can spot the correct ‘Zebra’ in this super tricky optical illusion in less than 7 seconds

THIS mind-boggling optical illusion has puzzle fanatics stumped and struggling to find the answer - but do you have what it takes?

If you can spot the correctly spelled word in this tricky brainteaser in less than seven seconds, you may have 20/20 vision.

There's a correct spelling of the word zebra in the sea of spelling mistakes only those with the best eyesight can spot it.

The brainteaser was create to put people's eyesight to the test, and the image appears to show 18 rows with the word 'ZERBA'.

The longer you look at the image, the harder it becomes.

Your mind instinctively corrects misspelt words, making it challenging to spot the error.

The clock is ticking, can you find them before it's too late?

Need a hint? The solution can be found at the top left of the image.

Study each section of the picture carefully and you should be able to spot the differences.

Meanwhile, why not try some other optical illusions while you scroll?

Test your brain power and solve the questions in this test to reveal if you have a high IQ.

Or, see if you have the eyes of a predator and spot the sneaky animal concealed within the carefully sketched image.

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.

Psychologists at The University of Glasgow found that staring at an optical illusion can improve eye sight by allowing you to see small print.

Escape London says puzzles can also give your mind a great workout and may "boost your brain's activity" which "reduces the risk of dementia."

And according to ZenBuisness: "These visual puzzles can give you a good mental workout that can, in turn, help you think more efficiently and solve problems more easily."

If you scroll down to see the solution solved, you'll note that the correct word appears at the centre right of the tricky teaser.

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