Only a puzzle hunter will be able to spot the snake in the desert in 5 seconds!

The word illusion is derived from the Latin verb illudere, meaning to ridicule or deceive. Visual illusion images are carefully designed to deceive human perception and can be used directly to test intelligence and visual acuity.

Neuroscientists often use these images as a medium to study the complexity of the brain and how our brains interpret the world around us.

Optical illusion puzzles are one of the most popular pastimes for Internet users today. Not only are they fun, they can also improve problem-solving and lateral thinking skills.

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Optical illusion vision test: Finding snakes in the desert

Source: Wim van den Heever

This image shows the desert scenery of the Namib Desert.

A snake lurks in the sand, waiting to pounce on its prey.

Can you spot it in 5 seconds?

Test your visual acuity with this challenge!

Your time starts now!

The snake in this picture is very cleverly hidden.

Animals use camouflage strategies to protect themselves from predators or to hunt other animals.

Examine the image carefully.

If you pay attention to the details in the picture, you may be able to spot the snake pretty quickly.

Observant readers with superb visual skills will be the first to find the hidden snake.

Did you spot the snake?

Hurry, the clock is ticking.

Finally, scan all areas of the image carefully.

and…

time up.

Stop looking!

The readers who spotted the snake had the sharpest eyes.

Those who fail to find the snake within the allotted time need to practice more puzzles like this to improve their speed.

If you are curious to know where the snake is, you can check out the solutions provided below.

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Find Hidden Snakes: Solution

We can see the snake on the right side of the picture, a little further from the center.

If you like this optical illusion challenge, share it with your family and friends to see who can solve it the fastest.

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