An optical illusion has left many people scratching their heads as they struggle to find a ring hidden in a sea of shells – but can you solve the tricky puzzle?
Keeping your brain active is said to boost cognitive function, sharpen memory, and enhance concentration and attention. Not only that, but giving your brain a workout with fun puzzles is a great way to pass the time. Many people turn to brainteasers and optical illusions for this reason.It is said that adding a time limit might make them even more fun – and beneficial for brain health. This particular puzzle is giving people a real run for their money, challenging even those with eagle eyes. The puzzle involves searching an image full of stones, pebbles, and shells, for a sneaky silver ring hidden among them.
Fancy giving it a go? On your marks, get set, search!
Puzzle
If you can’t see the puzzle, you can view it here.
The picture was posted on Reddit and had plenty of people scratching their heads as they tried to spot the elusive ring.
The person who uploaded it shared a clue, saying the ring is a silver band with stars on it.
Some clever users managed to spot it – but it seems only those with the keenest eyes will succeed in solving the puzzle.
Why not time yourself to see how quick you can find the ring?
Spotted it? Well done!
If not, scroll down for the solution…
Answer
If you’re still looking, one Redditor shared a simple method to find the ring. They advised: “Good one!
“Draw a diagonal line between the lower left and the upper right corners. Then a vertical line from the large-ish white shell on the bottom border left of the [centre] line.
“The ring is where the lines intersect.”
One grateful user replied: “Thank you! I would’ve been here all day lol,” while another chimed in: “Excellent guide.
“If I’m ever simply walking into Mordor you’re my guy for ring-based directions.”
Enjoyed that brainteaser? Why not try another?
See if you can spot the moose hiding in tall grass in just 30 seconds.
Or take a look at this cartoon and see if you can spot three animals hidden within. Some people claim they’ve found them all in just 15 seconds, so set your timer and give it a go.