SPOTTING the dark leaves is easy, but can you outsmart everyone and find the hidden rattlesnake in this optical illusion?

Time to put your vision skills and IQ to the test and crack this tricky brainteaser in just seven seconds or less.

You must have 20/20 vision to spot the hidden rattlesnake in this optical illusion

Credit: Rattlesnack Solution

The image above is known as an optical illusion, meaning there could be other not-so obvious elements to be found.

The challenge here is to spot the hidden snake perfectly blended into the scene.

Everyone can quickly see the dark leaves lying on top of each other.

But only those with 20/20 vision and a high IQ can solve this mind-bending puzzle.

Are you able to find where the dangerous reptile is or will you be left scratching your head?

It might seem a bit daunting at first, but the key is to carefully examine each section of the image.

You might wish to start from the top left corner of the picture and work your way down, or maybe do the complete opposite – whatever gives you more confidence!

Another useful tactic is picking an element of the scene – be it a leaf, or a specific branch – and analyse what’s around it.

Did you manage to spot the rattlesnake hidden among the leaves? If so, congratulations!

The slithering animal is actually a Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, and was found near a home in Tucson, Arizona, in the United States.

The sneaky snake managed to completely hide under the twigs and bramble thanks to its perfectly camouflaged skin.

The slithering snake was hidden right in the middle of the picture