Everyone can see the trees but you have 20/20 vision if you can spot the four camouflaged owls in under 20 seconds
A SEEK-AND-FIND puzzle inspired by bird watching has stumped even the most beady-eyed challengers.
Can you find the four owls camouflaged among the trees?
Spring has brought warmer and brighter days which makes the hobby of observing birds in their natural habitat appealing.
Many people will already have their binoculars and a notebook to write down the birds they spot on hand.
However, a photograph snapped in Croatia has left even the most eagle-eyed birdwatchers scratching their heads.
You’ll need 20/20 vision to spot the four owls in the trees in 20 seconds or less.
Will you be the fastest to find them?
Everyone can see the sunlight shining brightly between the tree branches and leaves.
Despite their striking appearance, it’s tricky to spot the four owls hidden in plain sight.
Here’s a hint: The owls have glowing orange eyes.
If you need another clue, the owls’ feathers almost perfectly blend in with the color of the tree bark.
Do you think you’ve finally found all four owls?
Once you think you’ve solved the challenge scroll to the solution below to check your answer.
Three of the owls are perched on branches of the tree in the middle of the brainteaser, while another is lurking on a tree toward the right of the image.
MORE BRAINTEASERS
The challenge comes after another seek-and-find puzzle inspired by birds left many people frustrated.
Can you find the three blue tits collecting twigs for their nests?
You’ll need superior observation skills to beat the 7-second record.
Gaming experts Spin Genie UK created the mind-bender to put confident puzzle solvers to the ultimate test.
Here’s a hint: Blue tits are a distinctive blue and yellow color.
They are easy to overlook in the challenge as there are a variety of similar birds blissfully flying and collecting twigs.
Do you think you’ve found the three blue tits?
Scroll down to the solution below to compare your guesses to the correct answers.
Two blue tits can be spotted toward the bottom of the illusion while a third is hiding in a tree on the left.
Hungary-based cartoonist Gergely Dudás, best known as Dudolf, previously shared a very tough brainteaser on his blog.
Can you spot the mouse hiding among the mushrooms?
You’ll need to block out all distractions to find the mouse in under 12 seconds.
At first glance, there appear to be mushrooms of all different shapes and sizes in every area of the image.
The sneaky mouse is almost the same color as the mushroom stalks.
If you’re struggling to spot it, focus your attention toward the bottom right of the brainteaser.
If you still can’t find the mouse among the mushrooms, scroll down for the solution below.
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.
