AS wild animals leave hibernation behind to embrace the warm spring weather, a creature lurking among palm trees has become a viral sensation.
Can you find the “tree chicken” puzzling people on the internet?
The photograph became a fun challenge when it was shared on Reddit’s Find The Sniper Forum by the user Midsouthgunlawyer.
They tasked onlookers with spotting an animal hiding in plain sight.
“I’m from Tennessee. Tree chickens are new to me,” they said.
“Location: Duck Key, Florida.”
At first glance, the photograph appears to show nothing but palm trees and what could be a swimming pool in the bottom right corner.
However, there is more to the snap than first meets the eye.
It takes 20/20 vision to spot the “tree chicken” in 20 seconds or less.
Many Redditors confessed the brainteaser stumped them before they realized a “tree chicken” is a slang term referring to a reptile.
“I was definitely looking for an actual chicken lol,” one person said.
“I was looking for chickens,” another wrote. “I am in Michigan and my brother’s free-ranging chickens were always in the trees [laughing].”
“I was looking for an actual chicken, had a friend who had a ton of chickens and they would get way up into the trees,” a third commented.
Have you spotted the reptile yet?
From underneath leaves to climbing up towards the clouds, there are many places where the “tree chicken” could hide.
Here’s a hint: Chicken of the trees is a phrase used to describe iguanas.
If you need another clue, look closely for a scaly head resting on a leaf.
Do you think you’ve finally found the “tree chicken?”
Once you think you’ve spotted it, scroll down to the solution below to check your answer.
An iguana almost seamlessly blends in with the palm trees towards the middle of the photograph.
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The mindboggling challenge comes after another nature snap baffled even the most eagle-eyed puzzlers.
Can you spot the animal hiding in the trees?
You’ll have to look quick as there’s a 10-second record to beat.
The animal is known for being a symbol of wisdom and has a very haunting stare.
If you need a clue, look at the tree bark for areas that resemble feathers.
Surprisingly, the animal is camouflaged rather than perched on a branch.
Do you think you’ve found it?
Scroll down to the solution below to check if you are looking in the right place.
A Great Horned owl can be found sitting in the middle of the tree when you examine the lightest parts of the bark.
Another challenge shared on Reddit tasked puzzlers with spotting a cat.
Redditor AJewell313 snapped the photograph in their living room and described the brainteaser as “pretty easy.”
Can you solve the mind-bender in under 15 seconds?
You’ll need to block out all distractions to focus on your search for the feline.
One Redditor confessed they were “disappointed” by how long it took them to spot the cat, while another was shocked the moggy hadn’t knocked any items over.
Here’s a hint: the cat is hiding somewhere it could be mistaken for being an ornament.
Once you think you’ve solved the brainteaser scroll 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.
