NATURE provides the best camouflage for wildlife on land and in the sea, as one slick seahorse blends seamlessly into the background of this puzzling photo.
While everyone can see the coral in the image, only those with top tier vision can spot the sea creature in less than 15 seconds.
This puzzling photo is hiding a pygmy seahorse, known for being quite small.
When the creature is fully grown, it typically measures to less than two centimeters long – making it easier to hide from predators.
They are typically found in Southeast Asia in the Coral Triangle region.
The seahorse is known for its incredible camouflaging abilities, taking advantage of its bumpy texture to blend into the coral around.
In this particularly tricky image, the seahorse is the same shade of pink as the coral, making it blend into the background even more seamlessly.
Those who can spot the creature in 15 seconds or less likely have a high IQ.
How fast can you find the seahorse?
If you need a hint, consider turning your attention to the center of the photo.
Keep a lookout for any odd black bumps or dots that could be the seahorse’s eyes.
Think you found it?
Keep reading to check your answer below.
But first, test your brain again with another tricky optical illusion.
MORE OPTICAL ILLUSIONS
While everyone can see the poppies filling this floral image, only those with 20/20 vision can locate the crab in under 20 seconds.
At first glance, the photo appears to be a simple field of flowers.
However, a red crab is creeping below the petals.
How fast can you find the crustacean?
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.
If you need some help, keep your eyes on the right side of the image.
You may just be able to spot one of the crab’s claws in one of the bright red flowers.
If you think you’d spotted it, keep reading below to see if you’re right.
And if that was easy, test your luck again by finding the spider in this rocky scene.
Don’t let the pink flower petals in the photo distract you as you only have 19 seconds to find the creepy crawly.
The spider blends seamlessly into one of the light colored rocks, making this challenge all the more difficult.
Try your best to find the camouflaged spider here.
