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THIS mind-boggling optical illusion has puzzle fanatics stumped and struggling to find the answer - but do you have what it takes?

If you can spot the singular heart among the herd of elephants in seven seconds you may have 20/20 vision and a high IQ.

Can you spot the heart in 7 seconds?
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Can you spot the heart in 7 seconds?Credit: Facebook/dudolf

Everyone can see the group of elephants.

However, only individuals with 20/20 eyesight and a high IQ can answer this mind-bending riddle.

The illusion shows multiple elephants assembled in a pastel pink, lilac and white arrangement.

It's not clear what they are doing but they appear to be a cheery bunch parading around a square.

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Are you able to find the missing love heart 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 scene.

Be quick, the clock is ticking and you only have seven seconds!

Scroll down to reveal the answer if you're still stumped.

Meanwhile, why not try some other optical illusions while you scroll?

Test your brain power and solve the questions in this test to reveal if you have a high IQ.

You have the mind of an Olympian if you can find the missing number in this brainteaser in just 12 seconds

How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?

ENGAGING in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.

Some benefits include:

  • Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
  • Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
  • Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
  • Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
  • Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.

Or, see if you have the eyes of a predator and spot the sneaky animal concealed within the carefully sketched image.

Psychologists at The University of Glasgow found that staring at an optical illusion can improve eye sight by allowing you to see small print.

 says puzzles can also give your mind a great workout and may "boost your brain's activity" which "reduces the risk of dementia."

And according to  "These visual puzzles can give you a good mental workout that can, in turn, help you think more efficiently and solve problems more easily."

Hidden among the herd of elephants squeezed together is a love heart.

Look a little closer and you'll find it wedged at the top of the image between a pink and lilac elephant.

The love heart is positioned at the top left of the image - did you spot it?
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The love heart is positioned at the top left of the image - did you spot it?Credit: Facebook Dudolf
You have the brain age of a 25-year-old if you can spot the rogue 6 hiding among the 9s Credit: TV9.com
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You have the brain age of a 25-year-old if you can spot the rogue 6 hiding among the 9s Credit: TV9.com
Spot the missing number in under 12 seconds
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Spot the missing number in under 12 seconds
Puzzlers have been tasked with spotting the odd word out in a tricky sequence
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Puzzlers have been tasked with spotting the odd word out in a tricky sequence
Did you manage to find the number six in less than 10 seconds?
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Did you manage to find the number six in less than 10 seconds?
Did you figure out which number is missing?
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Did you figure out which number is missing?
The word 'reading' has accidentally been written as 'beading' towards the centre of the brainteaser
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The word 'reading' has accidentally been written as 'beading' towards the centre of the brainteaser

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